Porter Preps for Start of Five Sun Routes From Ottawa

OTTAWA, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 12, 2025--

Porter Airlines is inaugurating its winter schedule from Ottawa International Airport (YOW), bringing the National Capital Region closer to five southern destinations in Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica.

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Beginning this week, travellers can fly non-stop from Ottawa to Puerto Vallarta (PVR), Nassau (NAS), Cancun (CUN), Liberia (LIR) and Grand Cayman (GCM), with all routes starting within the next seven days. Notably, Porter is now the only airline offering nonstop service from Ottawa to Grand Cayman and Liberia, providing exclusive access to these exciting destinations.

“The launch of these routes is a celebration of our growth to new regions and another demonstration of Porter’s commitment to Ottawa-Gatineau,” said Kevin Jackson, president, Porter Airlines. “This winter, Porter is offering more flights from YOW than any other carrier, serving 24 non-stop routes. We are giving local travellers more options than ever, while enjoying the elevated level of service and style that only Porter provides.”

Flights for every route beginning this month are operated by the 132-seat Embraer E195-E2. The aircraft features a two-by-two seating configuration, meaning no middle seats for any passenger. Porter’s elevated onboard experience includes complimentary beer and wine served in glassware, premium Canadian snacks, and free, fast WiFi for every passenger.

New services from Ottawa begin on the following schedule:

Porter provides a number of additional non-stop flights from YOW that offer winter appeal, featuring five markets in Florida. Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Orlando and Tampa are currently operating, with Miami and Phoenix coming online in 2026. Full schedule details and booking information can be found at www.flyporter.com.

Diplomatic and destination representatives also joined local leaders at YOW for a celebratory kickoff to the sun travel season.

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“These new direct flights to and from Ottawa are great news for residents and our local economy. Thank you to Porter Airlines for continuing to invest in Ottawa. Let's keep working together to create more air connections to international destinations.”
- Mark Sutcliffe, mayor, City of Ottawa

“We’re thrilled to see Porter Airlines add five new sunshine destinations from YOW, offering a welcome burst of warmth for travellers across our region. These new routes bring even more choice and convenience, whether people are chasing the sun, the surf, or exploring new cultures. Porter’s continued investment underscores Ottawa’s position as a key hub in their network, and we’re excited to see this partnership keep growing.”
- Susan Margles, president and CEO, Ottawa Airport Authority

“With the new connection between Ottawa and Puerto Vallarta, travellers now have a direct alternative to experience the Mexican Pacific. We are proud that airlines such as Porter place their trust in the infrastructure and services of Puerto Vallarta International Airport, a terminal that continues to grow and expand in response to the strong tourism demand of this destination.”
- Omar Torres Grajeda, director, Puerto Vallarta Airport

“Porter Airlines’ arrival in Guanacaste strengthens our connection with Canada and deepens a relationship that is truly strategic for Costa Rica. Every new route opens doors for more travellers to discover our nature, our culture, and the sustainability model we have built as a nation. We appreciate Porter’s confidence in choosing Costa Rica as one of its first international destinations in Latin America, further consolidating Guanacaste as a competitive and appealing gateway for Canadian visitors.”
- William Rodríguez, minister of tourism, Costa Rica

“LPIA welcomes Porter Airlines' new nonstop service from Ottawa to Nassau. This new route expands our reach into the Canadian market and offers guests even more convenient options to access Nassau & Paradise Island. We look forward to working with our partners at the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation and the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board to help make this new service a success.”
- Vernice Walkine, president & CEO, Nassau Airport Development Company (NAD)

“Porter Airlines’ new Ottawa–Nassau service marks an important milestone in strengthening connectivity between the capital of Canada and the capital of The Bahamas. Travellers from Ottawa now have direct access to Nassau & Paradise Island’s world-class beaches and experiences, meeting strong demand that is already reflected in triple-digit growth in traffic to nassauparadiseisland.com from the Ottawa market. We look forward to building on this momentum with our valued partners at Porter Airlines.”
- Joy Jibrilu, CEO, Nassau & Paradise Island Promotion Board

"We are proud to welcome Porter’s second inaugural flight from Ottawa to Nassau. This expanded service makes it easier than ever for Canadians to experience the beauty and culture of The Bahamas, while strengthening the connections that support tourism, business, and enduring partnerships between our nations."
- Honourable I. Chester Cooper, deputy prime minister of The Bahamas

“Canadians have long held a special place in the heart of The Cayman Islands, and with our recent record-breaking arrivals from Canada, we’re delighted to welcome even more of our Canadian friends as Porter begins connecting our destinations. The introduction of a brand-new gateway from Ottawa and the Capital Region to Grand Cayman - along with multiple weekly flights from Toronto - is a meaningful milestone for us and makes it even easier for Canadians from across the country to visit our beautiful islands. Porter’s commitment to service, warmth, and community reflects our own values, making this partnership especially significant.”
- Hon. Gary Rutty, deputy premier & minister of tourism, Cayman Islands

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 North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. 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 X.

Porter preps for start of five sun routes from Ottawa

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