Porter Airlines is launching non-stop flights to San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) from Toronto-Pearson International Airport (YYZ) this December. San Diego is a year-round route and will operate from 9th December. Palm Springs is a winter seasonal service, with three flights a week from 12th December.
Both routes will be operated on Porter's brand-new Embraer E195-E2 jets, with its two-by-two configuration of 132 seats. The aircraft are also equipped with fast and free WiFi for all passengers, offering the freedom to stream, surf the web, and stay in touch from gate to gate.
Priority check-in and boarding, extra legroom seats, premium pre-mixed cocktails, and fresh, healthy meals are also available with the all-inclusive PorterReserve fares or may be purchased à la carte with PorterClassic fares.
San Diego is California’s beach city, boasting idyllic year-round weather, with diverse coastal, urban and inland neighbourhoods. Between outdoor adventures, vibrant nightlife and a thriving arts and culture scene, there is something for everyone.
Palm Springs is a desert oasis, famous for countless examples of mid-century modern architecture. Explore the playground of the rich and famous, tick off bucket list hikes across the California desert, or enjoy one of the region’s famous music festivals.
Passengers can also enjoy seamless connections with Porter’s airline partners. Travel onwards to Europe through Toronto-Pearson with Air Transat, or explore more of the Western U.S. through San Diego and Palm Springs by connecting on Alaska Airlines.
Porter now serves four California cities nonstop from Toronto-Pearson: Los Angeles, Palm Springs, San Diego and San Francisco.
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Kevin Jackson, president, of Porter Airlines, said: “A congratulations, on behalf of the Consulate General of Canada in Los Angeles, to Porter Airlines on their new routes to San Diego and Palm Springs. These routes will support the more than 2.6 million people that travel between Canada and California every year for business, tourism, academic and cultural collaboration, along with visits to family and friends. I am certain these routes will also help to reinforce the already strong Canadian business connections in the region, particularly given recent prominent Canadian investments in key local industries, such as life sciences, technology and defence.”
Scott White, president & CEO of Visit Greater Palm Springs welcomed the news: “We are thrilled to welcome Porter Airlines' new nonstop seasonal service between Palm Springs and Toronto. This exciting new service from Porter not only strengthens the connection between our two vibrant regions but also provides an exceptional opportunity for travellers to experience the unique beauty, culture, and hospitality of Greater Palm Springs. We look forward to sharing our sunny skies and beautiful desert oasis with our friends from Toronto and beyond.”
