Porter Airlines Launches Two New Routes to California

Canadians will soon be able to fly from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Palm Springs (PSP) and San Diego (SAN) on Porter Airlines. Porter Airlines has announced the upcoming debut of non-stop flights to both destinations beginning in December 2024.

Porter will fly from Toronto Pearson (YYZ) to San Diego (SAN) year-round starting December 9, 2024, with four-times-weekly flights. The route from Toronto Pearson (YYZ) to Palm Springs (PSP) is a winter seasonal service starting December 12, 2024, with thrice-weekly flights.

Porter Airlines Launches Two New Routes to California

Beginning December 9, 2024, Porter Airlines will launch four-times-weekly flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to San Diego (SAN) with the following flight times:

• PD681 Toronto Pearson (YYZ) to San Diego (SAN), departing 10:25am and arriving 1:10pm
• PD682 San Diego (SAN) to Toronto Pearson (YYZ), departing 2:05pm and arriving 9:50pm

Beginning December 12, 2024, Porter Airlines will launch thrice-weekly winter seasonal service from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Palm Springs (PSP) with the following flight times:

• PD633 Toronto Pearson (YYZ) to -Palm Springs (PSP), departing 10:50am and arriving 1:11pm
• PD634 Palm Springs (PSP) to Toronto Pearson (YYZ), departing 2:15pm and arriving 9:50pm

Both routes will be operated with Porter’s 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 free high-speed Wi-Fi for all passengers who are also treated to free snacks, beer, and wine served in glassware.

Porter Airlines President, Kevin Jackson says, “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.”

The two new routes will support the more than 2.6 million people who currently travel between Canada and California every year for business and pleasure.

Which Credit Cards Are Best for Booking Porter Airlines Flights?

As it stands, Porter Airlines doesn’t offer a co-branded credit card in Canada; however, the airline has signalled that we can expect to see one at some point in the near future.

When considering which credit card to use for Porter Airlines flights, you’ll want to use one that offers strong insurance in the event of any disruptions, lounge access, and points that you can use to book travel in the future.

For cards that earn transferable points, we’d suggest the American Express Platinum Card or the American Express Gold Rewards Card, which both earn 2 Membership Rewards points per dollar spent on travel. Plus, they both offer strong insurance, and a range of other perks and benefits, including lounge access.

For cards that earn fixed-value points, we’d suggest the Scotiabank Platinum American Express® Card, which earns 2 Scene+ points per dollar spent on all eligible purchases, and also comes with strong insurance and lounge access.

Conclusion

Canadians looking to head to California’s beach city of San Diego or the desert oasis of Palm Springs can fly both non-stop on Porter Airlines beginning this winter.

Porter will fly from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)to San Diego (SAN) four-times weekly year-round beginning December 9, 2024. The new route from Toronto to Palm Springs is a winter seasonal service starting December 12, 2024, with thrice-weekly flights.