The skies over Palm Beach just got a bit friendlier for those looking to head to the Great White North; Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is expanding its reach with the addition of its 15th airline, Porter Airlines, which is slated to start flying nonstop to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), the bustling heart of Canadian air travel, beginning this November.
"Porter is connecting travelers to West Palm Beach with an elevated economy service that is unmatched by any other carrier in North America. Whether that’s free WiFi, no middle seats, free beer and wine alongside premium snacks, or fresh, healthy food, travelers will notice the difference when they fly with us," Kevin Jackson, president of Porter Airlines, explained the perks of flying with them in a statement obtained by discover.pbcgov.org, "It’s a pleasure to bring our renowned style, care and charm to PBI.” Palm Beach International Airport echoed this sentiment, with Director of Airports Laura Beebe expressing her contentment in welcoming Porter to their destination, citing the enhanced convenience it offers for their passengers no matter the purpose of their trip.
Ranked by the jet-setting public through the Conde Nast 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards as the 4th Best Airport in the U.S. and by Travel + Leisure Magazine’s 2023 World's Best Awards as the 8th Best Domestic Airport, PBI carries the torch of South Florida's pride high. The airport isn't just a hit with passengers though, as it impressively secured a spot as the 4th Best Medium-Size Airport in the 2023 J.D. Power North America Airport Satisfaction Study and snagged the title “Best in the U.S.” for Shortest Overall TSA Wait Times by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, this according to the details provided on discover.pbcgov.org.
Economic ripples of PBI's operations are felt far and wide across South Florida, as the 2019 FDOT Florida Statewide Aviation Economic Impact Study showed, generating more than $5.6 billion directly and indirectly for the local economy, standing as an economic pillar for the region. Servicing approximately 8 million passengers every year, PBI isn't merely an airport; it’s a vital artery nurturing the economic lifeblood of the community, as stated on their official newsroom site.
