Muskoka lovers in Toronto have a great new option for getting up north. And agents have a new flight they can sell.

Porter Airlines has announced 2019 summer service to one of the world's iconic summer retreats, with 20-minute flights on Thursdays and Mondays between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and Muskoka Airport, from June 27 to September 3. Connecting flights are available via Toronto for numerous Porter destinations in the U.S. and Canada.

As part of an exceptional visitor experience in Muskoka and surrounding areas, Explorers' Edge, the regional tourism group for Muskoka, will also introduce a seasonal shuttle bus service at the airport to deliver Porter passengers to accommodations across the region. The organization will also offer a traveller incentive for tourists who book a flight and accommodation, to the tune of $100 CDN in spending vouchers.

"Muskoka is an inspiring destination that attracts travellers from near and far," said Robert Deluce, president and CEO of Porter Airlines. "This new route serves as a great opportunity to link Muskoka to our North American network."

Travellers can soak up stunning scenery, from picturesque historic towns and villages to iconic Algonquin Park, and the area's famous waterways, including Lakes Muskoka, Joseph and Rosseau, as well as Georgian Bay. Muskoka offers a charming variety of amenities with golf courses, marinas, camps and cultural attractions spanning the region.

"Explorers' Edge is thrilled to be partnering with Porter Airlines to bring seasonal service to the Muskoka Airport this summer," said James Murphy, the group's executive director. "As the regional tourism organization for Muskoka, Parry Sound and Algonquin Park, it is our intent to leverage this service to increase international visitation across our entire region. Our thanks to the District of Muskoka representatives for their efforts to ready the airport, including working with Transport Canada and the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority."

"A new summer service between Toronto and Muskoka is great news for all Ontarians," said Michael Tibollo, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport. "Through this partnership, Porter Airlines and the regional tourism organization are opening a new route that will boost local business and make this stunning part of our province an easy-to-access vacation destination.

Thursday flights will depart Toronto at 1:10 p.m. and depart Muskoka at 2:20 p.m. Monday flights (they'll operate on Tuesdays if it's a long weekend) will depart Toronto at 9:20 a.m. and leave from Muskoka at 10:30 a.m., which will allow business folks to possibly be in the office before noon.

Flights are currently available for booking on Porter's website and through travel agents. For complete schedule and booking details, visit www.flyporter.com.

FlyGTA operated flights from Toronto to Muskoka last year. A company representative earlier this year said those flights would continue this summer.