Canada’s Porter Airlines has been voted the world’s best economy class in the USA Today Readers’ Choice Awards for the third year running, ranking first among 20 international airlines, the carrier said on November 6.
Nominees for the awards, which cover travel, food and drink and things to do, were put forward by a panel of experts.
Porter’s economy cabin has no middle seats, and passengers get complimentary beer and wine served in glassware and premium snacks on every flight. The airline flies Embraer E195-E2 jets, with 56 of up to 100 ordered now in service, alongside 29 De Havilland Dash 8-400 turboprops.
“Porter has set the standard for a more enjoyable travel experience for all passengers,” said Edmond Eldebs, senior vice president and chief commercial officer, crediting the team’s commitment to service and hospitality.
The Toronto-based airline, which marked its 20th anniversary this year, has grown to 33 destinations and 131 routes across Canada, the US, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America since launching transcontinental flights in 2023, and is adding five domestic routes from London, Ontario from spring 2027.
Porter is rated an Official 4 Star Airline in the World Airline Star Rating.
