Porter Airlines Celebrates Inaugural Flight Between Toronto and Cancun

Porter Airlines has launched new service between Toronto Pearson International Airport and Cancun, Mexico.  This is the carrier’s first flight operated outside of Canada and the U.S., marking Porter’s expansion into southern markets.

Porter Airlines Embraer E195-E2 - Courtesy Embraer

On Wednesday (November 5, 2025), Porter Airlines announced the launch of their inaugural flight between Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Cancun, Mexico (CUN).  This was Porter’s first flight operated outside of Canada and the U.S., and marks significant expansion into southern markets that also includes the Caribbean and Central America.  The flight schedule to Cancun will increase to daily service beginning in December, and will increase to up to twice daily by January 2026.  Nonstop flights to Cancun will also operate from Hamilton and Ottawa, beginning Dec. 17th.  The inaugural flight to Cancun kicks off Porter’s extensive winter season to sun destinations, including Mexico, the Caribbean, Costa Rica, Florida, Arizona and California. 

In Wednesday’s announcement, Porter Airlines’ President, Kevin Jackson, said,

“Today’s inaugural Cancun flight is the start of establishing a significant presence for Porter in southern vacation markets this winter.  Travellers who have long wanted the ability to fly with us to this region will now have multiple options across Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica.  For 19 years, we have challenged what it means to fly economy and reset expectations in this category.  Our award-winning service goes beyond offering free beer and wine; it’s about care and genuine hospitality. With Porter, your vacation begins the minute you decide to fly with us.”

Also commenting on the new Cancun route launch, Toronto Pearson’s Interim Chief Commercial Officer, Kurush Minocher, said, 

“Porter Airlines’ expansion into Cancun, its first international destination, marks a major milestone for the carrier.  Not only does it serve one of our most popular sun destinations, but it also increases capacity, offering travellers more choice and flexibility.  As Canada’s largest airport, we recognize the importance of supporting our airline partners as they continue to grow. We are pleased to see Porter’s continued investment in Toronto Pearson, which strengthens overall connectivity and expands the range of travel options available to our passengers.”

Guests traveling on Porter’s new 132-seat E195-E2s will enjoy an elevated onboard economy service with complimentary beer and wine served in glassware, free premium snacks, as well as complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.  PorterReserve fares also include priority check-in, extra legroom seats, premium mixed cocktails, and fresh, heathy meals.  These ancillaries can also be purchased à la carte with PorterClassic fares.

Founded in 2006, Porter Airlines is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating® and is committed to providing a warm and effortless approach to hospitality, restoring glamour and refinement to air travel.  The carrier is headquartered in Toronto, and offers an extensive domestic Canadian and North American network, as well as new service to Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica (from winter 2025/26).  Porter Airlines currently operates a fleet of De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC) Dash 8-400s and new Embraer E195-E2 jets.

Source: Porter Airlines