Porter Airlines has launched a new route between Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and St. John’s International Airport (YYT) starting September 7. The daily nonstop route will connect orter’s East Coast network to its new West Coast network destinations including Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, and Winnipeg.
“St. John's has been an important destination in our Eastern Canada network for many years,” said Kevin Jackson, Executive Vice President and chief commercial officer, Porter Airlines. “With the introduction of the E195 to our fleet and non-stop service to Toronto Pearson, Porter now connects St. John's from coast to coast.”
Thrilled with the launch of the new route, Dennis Hogan, Chief executive officer, St. John's International Airport commented: "The new Embraer aircraft builds on the current capacity that Porter has at YYT. This new route demonstrates Porter's confidence in the St. John's market, and we look forward to continuing our valued partnership.”