What are Porter's new sun destinations for winter 2026-2027?

Porter is adding four new destinations: Aruba (AUA), Montego Bay in Jamaica (MBJ), Los Cabos in Mexico (SJD), and San Jose in Costa Rica (SJO).

Does Porter now serve Windsor and Sudbury from Ottawa?

Yes. Starting May 1, 2026, Porter offers daily non-stop service between Ottawa (YOW) and Windsor (YQG), as well as between Ottawa and Sudbury (YSB). Both routes are exclusive to Porter.

From which Canadian airports does Porter offer these new sun flights?

Six airports benefit from the expansion: Toronto (YYZ), Ottawa (YOW), Halifax (YHZ), Hamilton (YHM), Edmonton (YEG), and Calgary (YYC).

When do flights to Aruba begin?

The first Toronto–Aruba flight departs on October 30, 2026, operating five times per week. Ottawa–Aruba starts on November 7, 2026, twice per week.

Can these flights be booked with VIPorter points?

Yes. Reward seats are available on these new routes starting at 10,000 points one-way on certain short routes. Availability varies by date.

What's new for Alberta travelers?

Edmonton welcomes Porter's first international flights from Alberta: Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos, Las Vegas, and Phoenix. Calgary also gets daily service to Phoenix.

How many sun flights will Porter operate this winter?

Porter plans nearly 5,000 flights to sun destinations for the 2026-2027 winter season, an increase of more than 150% compared to the previous year.

Which credit card should I choose to accumulate VIPorter points?

The BMO VIPorter World Elite Mastercard offers 3 points per dollar with Porter, automatic Horizon Grand Traveller status, and a welcome bonus of up to 70,000 points.