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Health Cottage-bound? Porter now offers Toronto-Muskoka flights Tuesday, March 26th 2019, 6:13 pm - Cottage goers will have one more option to head to their favourite lake starting this summer.

If you’re heading to Muskoka Region this summer, you might want to consider taking a plane to avoid traffic congestion on Ontario’s highways.

Starting in June, Porter Airlines will be offering twice weekly flights (Mondays and Thursdays) to Muskoka, with planes departing Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and arriving at Muskoka Airport.

The service, which will be offered from June 27 to Sept. 3, will provide flights to Muskoka at 9:20 a.m. and 1:10 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, respectively, while trips back to Toronto will leave at 10:30 a.m. and 2:20 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, respectively.

During long weekends, flights will depart Tuesdays instead of Mondays. Photo credit: Alasdair McLellan/Wikimedia Commons

Fares start at $161 for a round-trip between Toronto and Muskoka, including fees and taxes.

It is subject to change based on demand and may not be available for particular dates.

Tickets are required to be bought at least 21 days in advance.

“Muskoka is an inspiring destination that attracts travellers from near and far,” said Robert Deluce, Porter Airlines president and CEO, in a news release.

“This new route serves as a great opportunity to link Muskoka to our North American network.”

In a matter of approximately 20 minutes, travellers will arrive in Muskoka, where they explore the region’s renowned sites – from historic towns and villages to Algonquin Park and the local waterways, including Georgian Bay.

Muskoka is also home to numerous golf courses, marinas, camps and cultural attractions.

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