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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Toronto to Thunder Bay flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Toronto to Thunder Bay

Toronto to Thunder Bay: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Toronto to Thunder Bay below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Thunder Bay.

Toronto to Thunder Bay: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,101
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week176

Finding cheap flights from Toronto to Thunder Bay: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay is R 1,772. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours is the average flight time from Toronto to Thunder Bay.
Air Canada, Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd and Air Transat fly direct from Toronto to Thunder Bay.
As of March 2025, there are 170 flights per week flying from Toronto to Thunder Bay.
The cheapest month to fly from Toronto to Thunder Bay is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Toronto to Thunder Bay Airport on Saturday, 3 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Thunder Bay but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Thunder Bay is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Thunder Bay is Flair Airlines .

Travelling from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT): what you need to know

  • Start your journey at one of Toronto's main airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Check out your options for booking a flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) jetting off from either of these.

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport is 1 hour 52 minutes.

  • Thunder Bay (where Thunder Bay International Airport is located) and Toronto share the UTC-4 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.

  • With 41 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) is the most popular route. Flair Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:25. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from YYZ to YQT is with Air Canada at 22:00.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Toronto to YQT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.

  • Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.

Airports in Toronto

Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • Take the express route from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Nonstop flights from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) can be booked from here.

  • If you plan to leave from YYZ, you can take a direct flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport with Air Canada.

  • Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 49 minutes.

  • In search of a convenient hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)

  • Prefer to leave from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)? You can reserve a direct flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) departing from this busy hub.

  • You can pick from a range of airlines offering direct flights from Toronto to YQT departing from YTZ. Take off with any of these carriers and skip the layovers:

  • YTZ is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 39 minutes.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Toronto to YQT, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:

About Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)

Getting from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to central Thunder Bay

  • Thunder Bay International Airport to the centre of Thunder Bay takes about 11 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 17 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)

  • R 1,101 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport. Return flights start from R 1,772. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.

  • 8 months before your departure is the best time to find cheap tickets from Toronto to YQT.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across each month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from Toronto to YQT is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

The best time to fly from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport. To skip the crowds, head for Thunder Bay in April when things are quieter.

  • Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Thunder Bay. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Toronto to YQT sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 24ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport in January when temperatures average between -21ºC and -5ºC.

More about Thunder Bay

  • After booking your flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Thunder Bay:

  • Terry Fox Monument and Fort William Historical Park are just two of the top attractions to put on your Thunder Bay to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Amethyst Mine Panorama.

Complete your Thunder Bay trip with a car rental

  • Shut down all those tabs and leave the hard work to us. We've also got awesome deals on car rentals in Thunder Bay once you've booked your cheap flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport. Instantly compare prices in one place and drive away with the perfect rental for less.

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