TORONTO — Porter Airlines’ new YYZ-NAS route has taken flight.

Roundtrip service launched this morning from Toronto Pearson to Nassau.

The route is one of many inaugural flights to southern vacation markets with Porter this season, including Mexico, Costa Rica and Cayman Islands. Meanwhile Porter’s U.S. sun destinations for 2025-26 include Florida, Arizona and California.

“Porter is now the better way of getting to The Bahamas. Our distinct approach to service, with genuine, warm hospitality, means that passengers can enter vacation mode long before landing in Nassau.This is the first of multiple routes that we’re launching this season that will bring Canada and The Bahamas closer together,” said Edmond Eldebs, SVP and Chief Commercial Officer, Porter Airlines

Seasonal service to Nassau out of YYZ will increase to daily beginning Dec. 12. Nonstop service from Ottawa begins on Dec. 13, and Montreal on Feb. 5. All flights are operated on Porter’s Embraer E195-E2 fleet.

VIPorter loyalty members can redeem points for travel to sun destinations starting from 10,000 points one way.

“The introduction of Porter Airlines’ service to The Bahamas is a win for both our tourism sector and our economy. Every new connection creates opportunities for our people, our communities, and our partners across the islands. We look forward to a long and successful partnership with Porter Airlines as we continue to position The Bahamas as a leading destination for travellers from Canada and around the world,” said the Hon. I. Chester Cooper, deputy prime minister and minister of tourism, investments & aviation, The Bahamas.

Joy Jibrilu, CEO of The Nassau & Paradise Island Promotion Board, added: “We are delighted to welcome Porter Airlines to Nassau. The launch of Porter’s new routes from Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal is a powerful vote of confidence in our destination and the strength of the Canadian market. By expanding direct access from Canada, Porter is supporting the long-term sustainability of travel to Nassau, while giving both Canadians and Bahamians more choice and flexibility. As a true leader in Canadian aviation, Porter’s innovative and forward-thinking approach brings new energy, new options, and added confidence to the market.”