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Charlottetown, PE – The Charlottetown Airport Authority Inc. (CAA) is thrilled to announce that Porter Airlines is adding direct service between YYG Charlottetown Airport and Toronto Pearson Airport this summer. The seasonal service starts June 13th, with four weekly roundtrips on Porter’s new, 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. The service will operate every Monday, Wednesday, Friday…

Charlottetown, PE – The Charlottetown Airport Authority Inc. (CAA) is thrilled to announce a second consecutive year of record-breaking passenger travel at YYG Charlottetown Airport in 2024. Last year, 410,773 passengers travelled through the airport, representing an increase of 2.0% over 2023, and 7.2% over 2019. “We are incredibly proud of the record-breaking year we…

Charlottetown Airport Authority Unveils New Sustainability Plan Charlottetown, PE – The Charlottetown Airport Authority (CAA) is proud to unveil its first ever Sustainability Plan aimed at mitigating the environmental impact of YYG Charlottetown Airport’s operations and fostering a more sustainable aviation sector. In response to growing concerns over climate change and environmental sustainability, the 2024-2028…

February 6, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WestJet Announces Summer 2024 Plans, Toronto Flights Returning to PEI Charlottetown, PE – WestJet has announced its summer 2024 flight schedule, which includes the return of flights between YYG Charlottetown Airport and Toronto Pearson Airport, as well as flights to Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta. Starting May 17th, WestJet will…

Charlottetown, PE – The Charlottetown Airport Authority released 2023 passenger numbers today, which show a record year of air travel at YYG Charlottetown Airport, surpassing the 400,000-mark for the first time ever. Over the past 12 months, 402,686 passengers travelled through the airport with more airlines than ever before. This represents an increase of 18%…

Charlottetown, PE – The Charlottetown Airport Authority is thrilled to announce a historic milestone as passenger numbers soared to unprecedented heights this summer. With a resounding vote of confidence from travellers and our airline partners, YYG Charlottetown Airport experienced an exceptional surge in passenger traffic, underscoring its position as a premier travel hub in the…

Charlottetown, PE – In partnership with L’nuey, Prince Edward Island’s Mi’kmaq Rights Initiative, the Charlottetown Airport Authority unveiled a new Indigenous welcome piece in the arrivals area of YYG Charlottetown Airport. Strategically located for all to see, the welcome piece is showcased by a photographic mural of beaded artwork commissioned by the airport authority from…

TORONTO / March 30, 2023  – Porter Airlines is adding flight frequency on its new Ottawa-Charlottetown route in response to high demand for its service and to provide more opportunity for passengers to travel across Porter’s expanding network. Service begins on May 17, as announced earlier this year. The increased schedule moves the initial seven…

Now serving every Atlantic Canada province TORONTO / February 13, 2023 – Porter Airlines is launching direct service between Ottawa International Airport and Charlottetown Airport, with flights taking off on May 17. The new daily, non-stop route is to be served by 78-seat De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft. Porter’s genuine hospitality and elevated onboard service,…

Charlottetown, PE – YYG Charlottetown Airport released 2022 passenger numbers today, highlighting a strong year for the recovery of air travel on Prince Edward Island. Over the past 12 months, 341,649 passengers travelled through the airport to more non-stop destinations than ever before. This number equates to almost 90% of 2019 levels, with every month…