TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Porter is launching a new seasonal route between Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers today. The airline is the only operator to offer non-stop service between the two airports, providing travellers with a seamless connection to Southwest Florida.
Service between Montréal and Fort Myers begins today with up to four weekly departures. The flight schedules are as follows:
Route |
Departure |
Arrival |
Days of operations |
Montréal - Fort Myers |
3:55 p.m. |
7:50 p.m. |
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday |
Fort Myers - Montréal |
11:35 a.m. |
3:00 p.m. |
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All times are local. |
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The new service, operated by Porter’s Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, offers every passenger a one-of-a-kind elevated economy experience. The aircraft features no middle seats, free, fast WiFi, complimentary beer and wine served in glassware, and free premium snacks.
Passengers can also enjoy the all-inclusive PorterReserve experience, featuring fresh and healthy meals, pre-mixed cocktails, dedicated airport check-in, early boarding, enhanced legroom and more. These options are also available à la carte with PorterClassic fares.
Non-stop flights between Fort Myers and Toronto Pearson and Ottawa are also available. Full winter schedules can be found at www.flyporter.com.
Quotes:
“We’re excited to bring non-stop service between Montréal and Fort Myers, making it easier for travellers to connect with Southwest Florida’s beautiful beaches and vibrant attractions. The new route highlights Porter’s commitment to expanding our network, while delivering an elevated experience for economy travellers.”
- Edmond Eldebs, senior vice president and chief commercial officer, Porter Airlines
“ADM Aéroports de Montréal is delighted with the addition of these new flights to Fort Myers. Whether it's for business or to enjoy the beaches, ocean and sunny weather, this new route offered by Porter provides a range of options for passengers departing from YUL and arrives just in time to help them forget the greyness of autumn. We are very pleased to be able to help Porter expand its transborder services to meet the needs of different travellers.”
- Karl Brochu, vice president, airport operations and air services development at Aéroports de Montréal.
“Southwest Florida International Airport is pleased that Porter Airlines is expanding at RSW with flights to Montréal (YUL), Canada, beginning Nov. 29. Porter will be the only airline offering nonstop flights to Montréal and, along with their service to Ottawa and Toronto, they will be serving the most popular markets between Southwest Florida and Canada.”
- Steven C. Hennigan, C.M., A.C.E., executive director and CEO, Lee County Port Authority
About Porter
Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves a North American network from Eastern Canada. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
