Airlines

Porter Airlines to begin flying out of Hamilton starting in June

Porter Airlines will soon offer service from the John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport in Hamilton, Ont., with four routes launching in June.

John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) will be connected coast to coast through daily flights to Calgary (YYC), Edmonton (YEG), Halifax (YHZ) and Vancouver (YVR), starting this June, coinciding with a series of airport terminal enhancements.

The airline’s distinct approach to economy air travel will be welcomed across the Hamilton region. Porter’s signature experience begins with complimentary wine and beer served in glassware, and premium snacks for every passenger. All routes will be operated with the new 132-seat Embraer E195-E2. The aircraft’s two-by-two configuration means there are no middle seats, and free, fast WiFi allows for easy online access, including the ability to stream preferred personal entertainment as if you were at home.

For passengers wanting an all-inclusive onboard experience, PorterReserve fares include fresh, healthy meals and premium cocktails on longer flights. Extra legroom seats at the front of the aircraft, and other features such as the ability to change flights without a fee, dedicated check-in and security, and two checked bags are included with all trips. PorterClassic fares offer these additional perks à la carte, giving travellers the opportunity to customize their experience in a way that works for them.

“The Porter experience is something that travellers in Hamilton have never seen before,” said Michael Deluce, CEO, Porter Airlines. “Our team takes great pride in delivering amenities that make flying something to look forward to, doing so with an emphasis on care and service. Hamiltonians and their neighbours have long deserved a commitment such as what Porter is making, with four routes connecting them across the country. We see significant opportunity in this market to expand our network across North America and believe that the community can support these initial flights, which will position us to consider offering additional service from Hamilton. YHM’s planned terminal investments are another benefit that will contribute to making the passenger journey seamless.”

Porter’s Hamilton schedule

Initial flight schedules for each route are as follows:

Route

Departure

Arrival

Start date

Hamilton (YHM) to Halifax (YHZ)

Halifax (YHZ) to Hamilton (YHM)

8:55 p.m.

12:21 a.m. (+1)

June 3

6:00 a.m.

7:25 a.m.

Hamilton (YHM) to Vancouver (YVR)

Vancouver (YVR) to Hamilton (YHM)

8:20 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

June 3

12:15 p.m.

7:59 p.m.

Hamilton (YHM) to Edmonton (YEG)

Edmonton (YEG) to Hamilton (YHM)

8:35 a.m.

10:47 a.m.

June 11

12:20 p.m.

6:08 p.m.

Hamilton (YHM) to Calgary (YYC)

Calgary (YYC) to Hamilton (YHM)

7:05 p.m.

9:24 p.m.

June 11

5:15 p.m.

11:18 p.m.

“I am absolutely thrilled to welcome Porter Airlines to Hamilton’s John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and to see Vantage Group’s continued investment to enhance passenger facilities. This is a major win for the City of Hamilton and will significantly transform our airport’s passenger service offerings. For years, the John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport has been home to Canada’s largest domestic overnight express cargo service, fueling our community’s economic growth and creating jobs,” said Mayor Andrea Horwath. “But Hamiltonians have also longed for more robust passenger options to serve travellers from our city and surrounding communities. The strategic partnership between Porter Airlines and Vantage Group/TradePort, with whom the city recently completed a successful new long-term lease, is a significant investment that will rejuvenate and boost passenger services and will benefit residents, businesses, and the broader region for decades to come.”

Porter is the only airline with comprehensive schedules at all three major airports in the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area. The downtown convenience of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, combined with the North American reach of Toronto Pearson International Airport, and Hamilton International’s local appeal gives travellers throughout the Golden Horseshoe a range of choices to meet their travel needs.

Flights are available for booking at www.flyporter.com and with travel agents.