Porter Airlines expands its presence in the United States with the launch of its nonstop flights between Toronto-Pearson and West Palm Beach, its sixth destination in Florida after Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Miami, Orlando, and Tampa.
Flight PD 551 was operated by an Embraer E195-E2 registered as C-GZQE, which departed Lester Pearson International Airport at 12:58 local time on November 14 and landed at Palm Beach International Airport at 15:52, after two hours and 54 minutes.
Porter Airlines is the second Canadian airline to offer flights to West Palm Beach, complementing Air Canada’s service from Toronto-Pearson and Montreal.
“Florida has quickly become one of Porter’s most popular U.S. markets. Passengers appreciate having more options when planning their winter getaways, and the enhanced onboard experience means their vacations begin the moment they board. Palm Beach is a great addition to our route map,” said Kevin Jackson, President of Porter Airlines.
Flight schedule between Toronto (YYZ) and West Palm Beach (PBI)
- Flight PD 551: YYZ 14:25 – PBI 17:35 Monday, Saturday, and Sunday.
- Flight PD 552: PBI 18:35 – YYZ 21:50 Monday, Saturday, and Sunday.
All flights are operated using Embraer E195-E2 aircraft with a capacity of 132 seats in a single class with a 2-2 layout. The service includes complimentary snacks, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary beer and wine served in glassware for all passengers onboard. This route enables connections to other eastern Canadian destinations such as Montreal and Ottawa.
“On behalf of Palm Beach International Airport, we are delighted to welcome Porter Airlines with nonstop service between Toronto and Palm Beach International Airport. The new service will strengthen our connection with one of North America’s most vibrant cities, enhancing convenience and travel options for our passengers. We look forward to a successful partnership with Porter Airlines as we continue to expand our international offerings and provide even greater accessibility to South Florida,» said Laura Beebe, Airports Director, Palm Beach County.
