Canada Jetlines has announced the launch of an expanded winter flight schedule, including flights from Toronto Pearson Airport to both Montego Bay, Jamaica and Orlando, Florida.
The new flights are in addition to existing services to Cancun, Mexico, and Las Vegas.
“We’re delighted to announce the expansion of our winter flight schedule, providing travellers with a wider range of options to escape the cold and experience unforgettable destinations and holiday options,” said Canada Jetlines CEO, Eddy Doyle. “With our expanded schedule and exceptional service, travellers can look forward to convenient and hassle-free journeys with Jetlines, to sought after destinations including Cancun, Las Vegas, Montego Bay, and Orlando.”
Toronto – Montego Bay – Toronto
Beginning November 5, 2023, Canada Jetlines will offer weekend service between Toronto and Montego Bay on its 174-seat Airbus A320 aircraft. From January, service will be increased to x3 flights per week, offering travellers the perfect choice to explore all that Montego Bay and Jamaica has to offer.
Half Moon Resort beach in Jamaica. JIM BYERS PHOTO
Toronto – Orlando – Toronto
Starting October 30, 2023, Canada Jetlines will introduce flights between Toronto and Orlando International Airport taking eager travellers to central Florida’s famous theme parks and beaches with x4 flights weekly.
Toronto – Cancun – Toronto
Canada Jetlines’ popular year-round service to Cancun, Mexico, currently operating twice weekly, will increase to x3 weekly on October 6, 2023 before going to x4 weekly flights in February in time for the popular school holidays period. During the New Years period, additional flights will also be made available.
Toronto – Las Vegas – Toronto
Canada Jetlines’ early autumn schedule has it returning to the bright lights and excitement of Las Vegas with x2 flights weekly on Thursdays and Sundays, effective August 31, 2023. From October, services will increase to x3 flights per week, giving glitz and glamour-seeking travellers even more reasons to make Las Vegas their next trip.
More information on Canada Jetlines, including its growing list of destinations can be found on www.jetlines.com. Tickets for the expanded winter flight schedule are now available for booking on the Canada Jetlines website or through preferred travel partners.
PORTER MATCHING AEROPLAN STATUS
Porter Airlines is giving Air Canada Aeroplan members an opportunity to achieve instant VIPorter loyalty status by matching their current Aeroplan membership level with an equivalent VIPorter Avid Traveller level. Once approved, members will enjoy enhanced travel benefits with their next Porter flight. Every dollar spent gives VIPorter members points redeemable for future flights and 100 percent credit toward status qualification on any Porter fare.
There are two ways for Aeroplan members to instantly receive Avid Traveller status for the remainder of 2023:
Direct match based on status
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Aeroplan 25K = VIPorter Venture
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Aeroplan 35K = VIPorter Ascent
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Aeroplan 50K, 75K, Super Elite = VIPorter First
Match based on current year flight segments in their Aeroplan account
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5 segments = VIPorter Passport
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8 segments = VIPorter Venture
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17 segments = VIPorter Ascent
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28+ segments = VIPorter First
Applications are assessed after submission at flyporter.com, with VIPorter account information and screenshots from Aeroplan accounts provided for review. Registration is open until September 6, 2023, with full details available online.
Members have until the end of 2023 to reach the following reduced qualifying spend (QS) targets to maintain their membership level through 2024:
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Passport = $500 in QS
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Venture = $750 in QS
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Ascent = $1500 in QS
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First = $2500 in QS
“The significant growth of Porter’s network gives us the ability to serve the needs of even more frequent Canadian travellers, enabling them to enjoy our elevated economy experience to more destinations across North America,” said Kevin Jackson, executive vice president and chief commercial officer, Porter Airlines. “This status match offer enables Aeroplan members to experience Porter’s uniquely generous approach to loyalty that recognizes 100 percent of every dollar spent with us. Porter is the only Canadian airline that offers full earning on every fare, including basic economy fares, and enables members to earn on optional services such as seat selection, baggage and flight changes. We also reward members with enhanced benefits faster than any other program in Canada.”
Porter’s expanding North American network has grown this year by greater than a dozen routes. These all offer year-round service and a minimum of daily flights on each route. This growth rate will continue for several years as the airline takes delivery of up to 100 new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, giving frequent travellers flexibility and more options when planning their trips.
