Porter Airlines is launching its first flights from Montreal Metropolitan Airport – MET, a significant, privately-funded national transportation infrastructure project, located in Longueuil on Montreal’s South Shore.
The airport’s close proximity to downtown will meaningfully contribute to increasing air access for one of Canada’s most prominent cities. Four inaugural routes begin today: with Vancouver, Toronto-Pearson, Toronto-City, and St. John’s, N.L.
Over the next week, Porter is introducing flights to 11 airports across the country from MET, just in time for the summer travel season. Passenger traffic at MET is projected to hit one million in its first year, climbing to four million annually at full capacity.
This launch marks a historic moment for Montreal’s air travel sector, offering Montrealers and visitors greater flexibility for travelling throughout Canada. Improved air connectivity also strengthens Montreal’s economic development, stimulating trade and business opportunities.
Michael Deluce, CEO, Porter Airlines, said that: “Starting new routes is something that we often do, but launching 11 at once from a new airport to transform a city’s connectivity is exceptional. This is truly meaningful for Montreal’s people, economy and tourism, and we’re proud to be a part of it. Demand is already exceeding our expectations, and as soon as travellers discover Porter’s unique offering, combined with MET’s comfort and convenience, they will have a new appreciation for air travel.”
With new service from MET and continued operations at Montreal-Trudeau Airport, Porter is set to nearly double its capacity in Greater Montreal this summer, adding over 1,000 flights. Moreover, a partnership with Pascan Aviation will boost regional connections across Quebec, the Maritimes, and Porter’s broader North American network.
MET will be served by Porter’s fleet of De Havilland Dash 8-400s (78 seats) and Embraer E195-E2s (132 seats), which are among the quietest and most fuel-efficient aircraft in their respective classes. Both feature a two-by-two seating configuration, with no middle seats, for enhanced comfort.
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A traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the start of operations at YHU Terminal at MET – Montreal Metropolitan Airport. From left to right: Yani Gagnon, Co-owner and Vice-President, Pascan Aviation; Charles Roberge, President and Chief Executive Officer, YHU Terminal; Catherine Fournier, Mayor of Longueuil; Amélie Dionne, Quebec Minister of Tourism; Simon-Pierre Diamond, Interim President, MET – Montreal Metropolitan Airport; and Michael Deluce, Chief Executive Officer, Porter Airlines.
