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Do Porter Airlines VIPorter Points Expire? Policy & Rules
Everything you need to know about Porter Airlines VIPorter point expiration timelines, qualifying activity rules, 4-year hard caps, cancellation windows, and fee schedules.
Porter Airlines VIPorter Expiration & Cancellation Summary
Expiration Policy
Points expire after 24 months of inactivity. Any qualifying flight or point redemption resets the clock. Points do not expire for BMO VIPorter Mastercard holders.
Cancellation Window
Full refund within 24 hours of booking (if 7+ days before departure). After 24 hours: $0 for Flexible/Freedom/Reserve; Standard fares allow redeposit for a fee ($25-$150+). Basic fares are non-refundable.
Change & Refund Fees
Variable (fare-dependent)
5 Ways to Prevent Porter Airlines VIPorter Points from Expiring
- Swipe a Co-Branded Card: Any purchase on an affiliated credit card generates points activity that resets your clock.
- Transfer Points: Transfer 1,000 points from a flexible credit card partner to trigger fresh account activity.
- Shop or Dine with Partners: Make a small purchase through the loyalty program's shopping or dining portal.
- Complete a Paid Stay or Flight: Even a 1-night inexpensive stay will generate qualifying activity.
- Redeem a Small Reward: Redeeming a fraction of points for a gift card or minor award also counts as activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Porter Airlines VIPorter redemption value, transfer rules, and policies:
Do Porter Airlines VIPorter points expire?
Points expire after 24 months of inactivity. Any qualifying flight or point redemption resets the clock. Points do not expire for BMO VIPorter Mastercard holders.
What counts as qualifying activity to keep Porter Airlines VIPorter points active?
Qualifying activities include earning points via co-branded credit card spend, completing an eligible stay/flight, transferring points from a partner, using a dining/shopping portal, or purchasing points.
What is the cancellation policy on Porter Airlines VIPorter award bookings?
Full refund within 24 hours of booking (if 7+ days before departure). After 24 hours: $0 for Flexible/Freedom/Reserve; Standard fares allow redeposit for a fee ($25-$150+). Basic fares are non-refundable.
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