Porter Airlines has today announced that, in partnership with BMO and Mastercard, they are launching a new co-branded credit card program. The two new BMO VIPorter Mastercard credit cards grant cardholders immediate VIPorter Avid Traveller recognition.
On Monday (March 24, 2025), Porter Airlines announced the launch of two new co-branded credit cards in partnership with BMO and Mastercard. The two new VIPorter Mastercard credit cards will become the first and only travel credit cards program that grants immediate frequent flyer benefits for cardholders in the airline’s loyalty program. To date, over 30,000 people have joined the pre-launch waitlist since the program was announced in January 2025. The new VIPorter Mastercard lineup enhances customers’ ability to earn VIPorter points and redeem them for flights through everyday purchases, while automatically granting VIPorter Avid Traveller benefits to both primary and secondary cardholders. New cardholders will enjoy waived annual fees for the first year and up to 70,000 VIPorter points, a value of as much as $2,400 the first year.
In Monday’s announcement, Porter Airlines’ SVP and Chief Commercial Officer, Edmond Eldebs, said,
“Porter elevates economy travel for all of our passengers and VIPorter enables loyal customers to enjoy complimentary benefits that enhance their journey even more. While other programs let you reach frequent flyer membership levels based on how much is spent on their cards, the BMO VIPorter Mastercard lineup grants it automatically. By partnering with BMO and Mastercard to enable cardholders to access Avid Traveller benefits immediately and earn VIPorter points even faster, our members can redeem for even more flights on Porter and our partner airlines. Porter is growing faster than any Canadian airline and opportunities to use points for meaningful travel experiences are growing along with us.”
Also commenting on the co-branded credit card rollout, BMO’s Head – North American Retail & Small Business Payments, Jennifer Douglas, said,
“We are excited to collaborate with Porter and Mastercard to reimagine the travel rewards experience and deliver innovative and convenient ways for Canadians to achieve their personal and financial goals simultaneously. The BMO VIPorter Mastercard program empowers Canadians through a lineup of new credit cards that provides compelling value and rewards for everyday purchases helping them make real financial progress.”
Mastercard Canada’s SVP – Financial Institutions, Diane Miquelon, added,
“We are dedicated to providing Canadians with opportunities to enhance their everyday experiences and pursue their passions, especially travel. That's why we are thrilled to introduce the new BMO VIPorter Mastercard credit card lineup in partnership with BMO and Porter. This new offering will allow Canadians to expedite their travel rewards journeys with everyday purchases, while always ensuring each transaction is secure, simple and seamless.”
BMO VIPorter Mastercard holders will earn 2 points for every $1 spent on Porter flights, 1 point for every $1 spent on transportation, gas, groceries, dining and hotel accommodations, and 0.5 points for every $1 spent on all other everyday purchases. Cardholders will also be granted automatic VIPorter Passport Avid Traveller membership benefits, including 6 points per dollar spent on porter flights, dedicated airport check-in, priority security screening, early boarding and priority re-accommodation for flights delays. Additionally, cardholders will earn $1 of Avid Traveller Qualifying Spend for every $25 in eligible credit card spend. The card also features an annual voucher for 35 percent off the base fare on any Porter flights for up to four people when spending at least $25,000 annually on the card.
The BMO VIPorter World Elite Mastercard offers elevated rewards and travel experiences. Cardmembers will earn 3 points for every $1 spent on Porter flights, 2 points for every $1 spent on transportation, gas, groceries, dining and hotel accommodations, and 1 point for every $1 spent on all other everyday purchases. Cardholders are automatically granted VIPorter Avid Traveller Venture membership benefits, where they will earn $6 points per dollar spent on porter flights, dedicated airport check-in, priority screening, early boarding, priority re-accommodation for flights delays, a free checked bag, a carry-on bag when purchasing a Basic Economy fare, and complimentary PorterClassic seat selection.
Additionally, BMO VIPorter World Elite Mastercard cardholders will earn $1 of Avid Traveller Qualifying Spend for every $25 in eligible credit card spend. This card also features an annual roundtrip Porter companion pass that gives an additional passenger flying on the same booking 100 percent off the base fare of any Porter flights when spending at least $50,000 annually on the card. To learn more about the BMO VIPorter Mastercard lineup, please click here.
Source: Porter Airlines