Porter Airlines has announced a 50% increase in flights to Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB).

Starting from 10 December, Porter will provide non-stop flights from Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and MLB to Florida, increasing to a twice-weekly service from 15 February through to 22 March.

Furthermore, Porter is adding midweek flights on Wednesdays during the high tourism season, and double flights on Saturdays during the Canadian March Break.

Orlando Melbourne International Airport executive director Greg Donovan said: “This is welcome news for Canadian travellers.

"We promised Porter Airlines that we would prove to be a great alternative to congested Florida airports, and we have obviously accomplished that objective."

“Based on a strong start last year, Porter Airlines is responding with an earlier start and more flights. New mid-week flights will provide our Canadian visitors with a quadrupling of itinerary options, allowing for shorter and longer stays in our beautiful tropical paradise.”

Melbourne Airport authority chairman Jack Ryals said: “We promised Porter Airlines that we would prove to be a great alternative to congested Florida airports, and we have obviously accomplished that objective.”

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Orlando Melbourne International Airport (MLB) is the closest airport to Port Canaveral, Kennedy Space Center and an hour's drive from Orlando’s theme parks.

This aiport is served by Porter Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and Elite Airways.

It has three runways, a 200,000ft² terminal and a 40,000ft² customs facility.