TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Porter Airlines is marking a significant milestone this week as it inaugurates its non-stop flight services to San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Palm Springs International Airport (PSP). Departing from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), these new routes aim to provide passengers with an enhanced economy experience to two iconic destinations in Southern California.
Scheduled Services to San Diego and Palm Springs
Porter Airlines offers new travel opportunities with four weekly flights to San Diego and seasonal flights to Palm Springs starting December 12. This provides a convenient winter escape full of sunny skies and breathtaking desert landscapes.
| Route | Service begins | Departure | Arrival |
| Toronto – San Diego (Mon., Wed., Fri., Sun.) |
Dec. 9 | 10:20 a.m. | 1:05 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. |
Onboard Experience
Each route utilizes the Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, ensuring no middle seats for added comfort. Passengers benefit from:
- Complimentary wine and beer in glassware
- Premium snacks and free, fast WiFi
Moreover, options such as extra legroom, priority boarding, and gourmet meals are available with the all-inclusive PorterReserve fares or à la carte with PorterClassic fares.
Expanding Network and Seamless Connections
Beyond reaching new destinations, passengers can link to additional locations within Porter’s network via Toronto Pearson or to other U.S. spots with Alaska Airlines from San Diego. This marks Porter’s fourth service from Toronto Pearson to California, including cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco, underscoring its dedication to North American connectivity.
Voices From The Aviation Industry
Edmond Eldebs, Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer of Porter Airlines, emphasized Porter’s mission, saying: “Expanding into more destinations in Southern California is part of our commitment to provide more options to our passengers.”
Kimberly Becker, President and CEO of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, shared her enthusiasm: “We welcome Porter Airlines to San Diego International Airport.”
For detailed flight information, visit flyporter.com.
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