Porter Airlines
A United Arab Emirates-headquartered scheduled airline operating a regional Brazilian network with Embraer ERJ-145 aircraft.
About Porter Airlines
Porter Airlines is identified here by the legal name AVE.com and as a scheduled carrier headquartered in the United Arab Emirates. Its operating profile is unusual for that identity, however, because its documented network is wholly within Brazil. A reliable founding year, current ownership structure and detailed corporate history are not sufficiently clear, so travellers should confirm the operating carrier shown on their booking before departure.
Ribeirao Preto is its busiest departure point by number of routes, followed by Brasilia, Goiania, Cuiaba and Salvador. The airline operates 48 routes linking 21 destinations across one country. Its network connects major Brazilian centres with regional cities including Araguaina, Barreiras, Carajas, Juazeiro Do Norte, Rondonopolis and Sao Jose Do Rio Preto, giving it a primarily domestic and regional role.
The aircraft type associated with the operation is the Embraer ERJ-145 Regional Jet. This narrow-cabin regional aircraft is designed for relatively short sectors and normally uses a two-abreast and one-abreast seating arrangement, although the precise configuration can vary by operator. Travellers should expect a practical regional-airline product rather than the multiple cabins, lie-flat seats or extensive entertainment systems found on larger long-haul aircraft.
No membership of Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld is established for this airline, and no dedicated frequent-flyer programme can be confirmed. Passengers should therefore avoid assuming that flights will earn miles or provide reciprocal status benefits. Any codeshare, through-ticketing or loyalty eligibility should be checked against the marketing and operating carrier details printed on the individual itinerary.
The network's main strength is direct connectivity among Brazilian regional markets that may otherwise require a connection through a larger gateway. The ERJ-145 is also well suited to serving thinner routes. Its compact cabin and limited overhead-bin space can be a challenge, particularly on full flights, while schedule options may be less frequent than on trunk routes operated by Brazil's largest airlines. Confirming flight status and baggage conditions before travel is advisable.
Good to know
Flying with Porter Airlines — what to expect
Check The Operator
Confirm the legal and operating carrier shown on the ticket, as these details determine check-in arrangements, baggage rules and passenger support.
Compact Regional Aircraft
The Embraer ERJ-145 has a smaller cabin than mainline jets. Taller travellers may prefer to review the available seat map before choosing a seat.
Limited Overhead Space
Overhead bins on regional jets are compact, so larger cabin bags may need to be checked at the gate. Keep medication, documents and valuables in a small personal item.
Domestic Brazilian Network
The airline's 21 destinations are all within one country, with a focus on Brazilian regional connections. Allow adequate time when transferring to a separately ticketed flight.
Verify Schedule Changes
Regional routes may operate less frequently than major domestic services. Recheck departure times and contact details before travelling so schedule notifications reach you.
Network overview
Where Porter Airlines flies
Porter Airlines operates 48 routes to 21 destinations across 1 countries, its longest sector reaching Sao Paulo to Vitoria Da Conquista (1,118 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities Porter Airlines flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Sao Paulo → Vitoria Da Conquista
1,118 km · GRU → VDC
The longest sector in the Porter Airlines network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by Porter Airlines
Notable destinations on Porter Airlines's network.
P3Ribeirao PretodirectP3BrasiliadirectP3GoianiadirectP3CuiabadirectP3SalvadordirectP3AraguainadirectP3BarreirasdirectP3CarajasdirectP3Juazeiro Do NortedirectP3RondonopolisdirectP3Sao Jose Do Rio PretodirectP3Sao PaulodirectDestination list is indicative of Porter Airlines's network; see the airline's official route map for its complete, current schedule.
Reviews of Porter Airlines
TripAdvisor · 2023–2023- 512
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What travellers flew
Counted from the 50 reviews below — a tally of the flights reviewed, with each chip carrying the average score those reviewers gave. Nothing here reads their prose or summarises what they said.
✓ marks a group averaging 7/10 or better, − one averaging 4/10 or worse, across at least three reviews.
Awful customer service
Horrible customer service lost a passport on board and they never even tried to assist me in getting it returned. Emailed them countless times and never got an answer and they won’t even answer a phone call had to call security to get them to retrieve it.… See more Horrible would not recommend
See lessPosted December 2023 by Jack P
Most bizarre checking in demand
On 25 October 2023 I was booked to fly from Quebec City to Newark, via Toronto. The young woman checking me in insisted that I provide her with a photograph of the place I would be staying at in Newark! I offered to give her the address where I’d be staying in… See more New York, but she wasn’t interested. It was a photo or I wasn’t going anywhere. Things got a little heated and I asked to see her manager. She did something on her mobile, then without a word printed the boarding passes and gestured for the next people to come forward. When I got to security I was asked if I was aware that the airline had nominated me for a full security check. Clearly the young woman sent word that I was a suspicious character. I and my luggage was given the full works, barring a strip search. To add to this, my plane to Toronto was delayed so I missed my connecting flight to Newark! Instead go getting home by 8pm I arrived at about 11pm.
See lessPosted October 2023 by Michael M, Perth
2 flights, both the same, not nice.
2 flights with Porter this month, I do not recommend this airline. We flew ‘economy plus’, as part of a joint Air Transat booking. Both journeys included curt and unfriendly staff, the Wi-Fi didn’t work, and I certainly didn’t fancy asking for help from the… See more head steward, who seemed dismissive and impatient. We were delayed an hour owing to some issue with passenger numbers/seat allocations - none of us were quite sure why it took so long! We observed that there seemed similar delays going on with another flight boarding in Toronto, which seemed odd. The food was really horrible, either too spicy, too salty, strange mixtures that we weren’t quite sure about, all served quite randomly in brown boxes! Nope, not again!
See lessPosted September 2023 by Lay_dee_jayne
No refund for flight cancelled - disaster
Flight cancelled due to weather conditions. Re-scheduling suggestion didn't work for me, so I cancelled the booking and requested a refund. Horrible customer service, took 30 days for first review. They refused to give me the money, only a credit. But I am a… See more foreigner... not planning to use Porter anymore, and don't have friends in Canada to transfer the credit. So the money stays with Porter, who didn't provide the service, that blames the weather, but I am the one who got screwed. Seems a thieves' practice. Case 596806
See lessPosted June 2023 by andresilveira3, London
First Experience with Porter Airlines
I had a great experience flying Porter Airlines for the first time recently. The aircraft was roomy, the staff were pleasant and the onboard service great. Although I was skeptical at first as I had never heard of them but after this experience, I will… See more definitely fly Porter Airlines again. Thanks for getting me there on time and as expected!
See lessPosted June 2023 by Lynda N
Best airline experience in 20 years!
From the moment we borded ( on time!) we’re offered preferential seating on the immaculate, new jet, to the friendly staff and on board complimentary and paid for food, we were impressed. The new Porter jets are gorgeous! Worth every penny , and they were the… See more cheapest!!!
See lessPosted June 2023 by brit_gill, Oakville
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FAQ
Porter Airlines — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Porter Airlines serves exactly 21 destinations across 1 country and operates 48 routes.
- Porter Airlines operates within Brazil, serving cities including Ribeirao Preto, Brasilia, Goiania, Cuiaba, Salvador, Araguaina, Barreiras, Carajas, Juazeiro Do Norte, Rondonopolis, Sao Jose Do Rio Preto and Sao Paulo.
- The busiest departure points by number of routes are Ribeirao Preto, Brasilia, Goiania, Cuiaba and Salvador.
- Ribeirao Preto is Porter Airlines's busiest departure hub by number of routes. Brasilia, Goiania, Cuiaba and Salvador are its other leading departure points.
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- The precise allowance can depend on the fare and operating arrangements, so check the baggage terms attached to the booking. The Embraer ERJ-145 has limited overhead space, and larger cabin bags may be placed in the hold at the gate.
- Porter Airlines's longest route is Sao Paulo to Vitoria Da Conquista, about 1,118 km nonstop.
- Fares are generally more competitive when booked early for off-peak travel and when dates are flexible. Compare nearby travel dates and avoid major Brazilian holidays when demand is typically higher.