by Marsha Mowers
Last updated: 12:35 PM ET, Thu February 15, 2024
Porter Airlines is launching new service between Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Saskatoon International Airport (YXE) starting May 16 allowing for greater connectivity in Western Canada.
The new route departs Toronto Pearson at 2:30pm arriving at 4:04pm and departs Saskatoon at 4:55pm arriving at 10:09pm (local times).
"We are proud to connect Saskatoon and the province of Saskatchewan to Porter’s network for the first time in our history," said Kevin Jackson, president, Porter Airlines. "It solidifies our commitment to bringing the level of connectivity, service and generosity that travellers deserve across the country. The Porter experience is unlike anything Saskatchewan is used to and we believe will become a favourite for local flyers."
Kevin Jackson was recently named President, Porter Airlines. (Photo Credit: Porter Airlines)
The new route is also another significant step in the airline's expansion with its new 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. Porter's fleet has doubled over the past year to 58 aircraft, currently split equally between 29 132-seat Embraer E195-E2s and the same number of 78-seat Dash 8-400s. The airline has confirmed orders for 75 E195-E2s, with purchase rights for an additional 25.
“YXE is very excited to welcome Porter to Saskatchewan for the very first time in the airline’s history," said Stephen Maybury, president and CEO, YXE Saskatoon Airport. "Porter has had a very long and successful career in Eastern Canada, and we are so glad to finally be bringing the airline’s western expansion to Saskatoon this summer.
As the gateway to Saskatchewan’s north, YXE is committed to connecting our region to the world, and with Porter’s strong connections and partner airlines this new route to Toronto will allow for greater connectivity, a new air travel experience and more flight options all at a competitive fare that we know our guests are going to love.”
Porter is the only airline on this route offering a two-by-two configuration with no middle seats. Passengers can also enjoy Porter's famous hospitality, featuring free, fast WiFi, premium snacks, and complimentary beer and wine served in real glassware for everyone onboard.
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