Travelling from London to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT): What you need to know
Thunder Bay International Airport is located in Thunder Bay. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is five hours behind London.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from London to YQT.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from London to YQT, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is one option when leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Located around 24 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Thunder Bay International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from London to Thunder Bay International Airport. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is a great option between London Gatwick Airport and YQT.
LGW is around 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your London to YQT flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on time.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey to STN from central London is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Thunder Bay International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that leave from STN reach their destination as scheduled 65% of the time.
About Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Have a late flight from London to Thunder Bay International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near YQT and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Thunder Bay International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise, Budget or National and experience the lesser-explored corners of Thunder Bay and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your London to Thunder Bay International Airport flight.
Getting from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to central Thunder Bay
From Thunder Bay International Airport, central Thunder Bay is around 14 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Thunder Bay International Airport is R 6,141. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,964. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to YQT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your London to Thunder Bay International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London to Thunder Bay International Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
June is when most people book flights from London to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT). Plan your visit to Thunder Bay in September if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Thunder Bay is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your London to YQT plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Thunder Bay International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -21ºC (-6ºF) and -5ºC (23ºF).
More about Thunder Bay
Once you've booked your flight from London to Thunder Bay International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Thunder Bay:
Terry Fox Monument and Fort William Historical Park are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Thunder Bay itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Albany River Provincial Park.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Thunder Bay, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel around 290 kilometres northwest to Dryden to tick off its leading sights. From Blue Lake Provincial Park to Johnston's Park and Sandy Beach Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
