Porter Adds Two New Southern California Destinations

Fly to Palm Springs and San Diego from Toronto-Pearson this December

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Porter Airlines is bringing its elevated economy service to more of California, launching non-stop flights to San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) from Toronto-Pearson International Airport (YYZ) this December.

San Diego is a year-round route, starting Dec. 9, with four weekly flights. Palm Springs is a winter seasonal service, starting Dec. 12 with three weekly flights.

When flying Porter, passengers enjoy a level of genuine onboard hospitality unlike any other airline in North America. The elevated economy experience starts with a selection of premium snacks, plus free beer and wine served in glassware included with every ticket, for everyone.

Both routes will be operated with the brand-new Embraer E195-E2. Its signature two-by-two configuration means there are no middle seats on any Porter flight. The 132-seat aircraft is also equipped with fast and free WiFi for all passengers, offering the freedom to stream, surf the web, and stay in touch from gate to gate.

Priority check-in and boarding, extra legroom seats, premium pre-mixed cocktails, and fresh, healthy meals are also available with the all-inclusive PorterReserve fares or may be purchased à la carte with PorterClassic fares.

The initial flight schedule is as follows:

Route	Service begins	Departure	Arrival
Toronto - San Diego (Mon., Wed., Fri., Sun.)	Dec. 9	10:25 a.m.	1:10 p.m.
San Diego - Toronto (Mon., Wed., Fri., Sun.)		2:05 p.m.	9:50 p.m.
Toronto - Palm Springs (Tue., Thur., Sat.)	Dec. 12	10:50 a.m.	1:11 p.m.
Palm Springs - Toronto (Tue., Thur., Sat.)		2:15 p.m.	9:50 p.m.
All times are local

San Diego is California’s beach city, boasting idyllic year-round weather, with diverse coastal, urban and inland neighbourhoods. Between outdoor adventures, vibrant nightlife and a thriving arts and culture scene, there is something for everyone.

Palm Springs is a desert oasis, famous for countless examples of mid-century modern architecture. Explore the playground of the rich and famous, tick off bucket list hikes across the California desert, or enjoy one of the region’s famous music festivals.

Passengers can also enjoy seamless connections with Porter’s airline partners. Travel onwards to Europe through Toronto-Pearson with Air Transat, or explore more of the Western U.S. through San Diego and Palm Springs by connecting on Alaska Airlines.

Porter now serves four California cities nonstop from Toronto-Pearson: Los Angeles, Palm Springs, San Diego and San Francisco.

Detailed flight schedules and more information is available at flyporter.com.

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“Adding these two Southern California centres to our network means there are new options for passengers to enjoy Porter’s genuine onboard hospitality when planning their trips. Our presence across the continent continues to grow, with a network of flights that provides real competitive choices for travellers.”

- Kevin Jackson, president, Porter Airlines

“A congratulations, on behalf of the Consulate General of Canada in Los Angeles, to Porter Airlines on their new routes to San Diego and Palm Springs. These routes will support the more than 2.6 million people that travel between Canada and California every year for business, tourism, academic and cultural collaboration, along with visits to family and friends. I am certain these routes will also help to reinforce the already strong Canadian business connections in the region, particularly given recent prominent Canadian investments in key local industries, such as life sciences, technology and defence.”

- Zaib Shaikh, consul general of Canada in Los Angeles

“Porter’s new service to Palm Springs and San Diego complements its rapidly growing list of routes offered from Toronto Pearson. Last year, approximately 50,000 passengers had to take a connecting flight to reach these California destinations, so the new service will go a long way in meeting passenger demand and offering greater choice.”

- Khalil Lamrabet, chief commercial officer and interim chief operating officer, Toronto Pearson

“We welcome Porter Airlines to San Diego International Airport. The Canadian carrier will be the eighteenth airline to provide service from our airport. We look forward to providing San Diegans more nonstop service to this international, cosmopolitan city known for business, finance, arts, sports, and culture, while giving Torontonians expanded service to our fabulous beaches and year-round sunny climate.”

- Kimberly J. Becker, president and CEO, San Diego County Regional Airport Authority

“Adding Porter Airlines to our growing roster of carriers is a fantastic development for Palm Springs International Airport. This new service to Toronto not only enhances our international reach but also offers passengers a seamless travel option with Porter’s renowned onboard hospitality. Our partnership further elevates PSP as a premier travel hub, offering passengers convenient travel options to anywhere in the world.”

- Harry Barrett, Jr., executive director, Palm Springs International Airport

“We are thrilled to welcome Porter Airlines' new nonstop seasonal service between Palm Springs and Toronto. This exciting new service from Porter not only strengthens the connection between our two vibrant regions but also provides an exceptional opportunity for travelers to experience the unique beauty, culture, and hospitality of Greater Palm Springs. We look forward to sharing our sunny skies and beautiful desert oasis with our friends from Toronto and beyond.”

- Scott White, president & CEO of Visit Greater Palm Springs

About Porter
Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves a North American network from Eastern Canada. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.