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Toronto Pearson’s Record-Breaking Year On January 7, 2025, Toronto, an international hub for travelers, marked a remarkable milestone in its aviation history: Toronto Pearson International Airport welcomed eight new airlines in 2024. This accomplishment sets Toronto Pearson apart as the leading airport in North America for airline additions, enhancing its reputation for exceptional connectivity to global destinations. New Airline Additions to Toronto Pearson

• Sun Country (April 2024) – Offers passengers bi-weekly flights to Minneapolis, catering to approximately 100,000 travelers between Toronto and this U.S. city each year.
• ITA Airways (May 2024) – Launching daily flights to Rome, ITA Airways marks its first Canadian destination at Toronto Pearson, enhancing summer travel options.
• Swiss International Air Lines (May 2024) – With five weekly flights to Zurich during the summer, Swiss expands its presence in Canada.
• Alaska Airlines (May 2024) – Provides daily flights to Seattle, accommodating around 142,000 travelers heading to the West Coast.
• BermudAir (May 2024) – This new carrier connects passengers with Bermuda through three weekly flights, enabling direct travel to the island nation.
• Hainan Airlines (November 2024) – Resuming operations after a brief hiatus, Hainan Airlines offers weekly flights to Beijing.
• Qatar Airways (December 2024) – Introducing three weekly flights to Doha, this new route opens wider access to Middle Eastern, Asian, and African destinations.
• Royal Air Maroc (December 2024) – With three weekly flights to Casablanca, Royal Air Maroc serves a demand of over 200,000 Canadian travelers heading to this Moroccan city annually.

Pearson’s Unprecedented Growth In addition to welcoming new airlines, Toronto Pearson introduced an impressive 36 new routes and nine destinations in 2024. The airport has expanded its international reach significantly, adding more than eight million international seats over the past two years—a growth unmatched by any other North American airport. These achievements underscore Toronto Pearson’s role as a critical economic driver, fostering increased choice and connectivity for travelers. Deborah Flint, President and CEO of Toronto Pearson, expressed her enthusiasm, saying, “Pearson is now home to 54 airlines flying to more than 180 destinations worldwide. Continuing to grow the range of destinations available from Toronto with a wide selection of carriers for travelers to choose from, we are making strides in economic generation and increased choice and connectivity of our country. 2024 has undoubtedly been a record year for Pearson.” About Toronto Pearson International Airport Operated by the Greater Toronto Airports Authority, Toronto Pearson International Airport stands as Canada’s largest airport and a key player in the aviation industry. Recognized six times as “Best Large Airport in North America” by Airports Council International (ACI) over the past seven years, Toronto Pearson continues to connect people, businesses, and goods globally, playing a pivotal role in Canada’s economic landscape. Scudrunners.com

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