With location and convenience being cited as key determining factors, Toronto Pearson has been named “2009 Best Domestic Airport,” a distinction bestowed upon it by some 3,200 readers of Travel Press, produced by Baxter Travel Media, as part of its annual Agents’ Choice Awards.

Competing against the likes of Montreal, Halifax and Vancouver (last year’s winner), readers — comprised mainly of travel agents — named Toronto Pearson their clear favourite in the nationwide competition.

Points were awarded based on the ranking selected by readers. First place earned three points, second place received two, and a nod for third place earned one point. Toronto Pearson scored 3,036, while second place Vancouver received 2,517 and Calgary placed third with 1,345 points.

When presented with the award, GTAA President and CEO Lloyd McCoomb commented that, although pleased with the award, he wasn’t too surprised. “We’ve come a long way at Toronto Pearson to ensure that we have the facilities, services and customer service that our customers demand. We provide an airport that works for our airline partners, in turn allowing them to satisfy the needs of the travelling public. This award is reinforcement that we are on the right path as a company.”