Porter Airlines officially launched daily nonstop flights between Hamilton (YHM) and both Halifax (YHZ) and Vancouver (YVR).
The routes were previously reported by TravelPulse Canada in February.
Flights are operated using 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft with no middle seats, offering free Wi-Fi and complimentary beer, wine, and snacks for all passengers.
“Our emphasis on providing genuine service for everyone who travels with us is an important distinction for Hamiltonians that for too long haven't received the elevated experience they deserve,” said Andrew Pierce, Porter’s vice president of network planning and reporting.
“We believe the community will appreciate the ability to fly closer to home.”
The new routes coincide with recent terminal upgrades at Hamilton Airport, which include revamped interiors, better signage, and improved amenities.
Flight schedules are as follows (all times local):
Hamilton (YHM) → Halifax (YHZ):
Departs 8:55 p.m. (changing to 8:15 a.m. starting June 29)
Arrives 12:21 a.m. (changing to 11:40 a.m.)
Daily from June 3
Halifax (YHZ) → Hamilton (YHM):
Departs 6:00 a.m. (changing to 12:35 p.m. June 28)
Arrives 7:25 a.m. (changing to 2:00 p.m.)
Daily from June 3
Hamilton (YHM) → Vancouver (YVR):
Departs 8:20 a.m. (changing to 7:05 a.m. June 28)
Arrives 10:30 a.m. (changing to 9:15 a.m.)
Daily from June 3; up to 2x daily starting June 28
Vancouver (YVR) → Hamilton (YHM):
Departs 12:15 p.m. (changing to 9:00 a.m. June 29)
Arrives 7:59 p.m. (changing to 4:44 p.m.)
Daily from June 3
Service to Calgary (YYC) and Edmonton (YEG) begins June 11.
According to the Porter, with these additions, the airline is the only Canadian carrier with a full schedule at all three major airports in the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area.
Flights are available for booking at www.flyporter.com and with travel agents.
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