Travelling from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT): What you need to know
Begin your trip planning by looking up the most convenient departure point for your flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT). Explore your options for taking off from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), two of the city's main airports.
1 hour 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport flight.
Toronto and Thunder Bay (where Thunder Bay International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you land.
With 29 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) is the busiest route. Flair Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from YYZ to YQT is with Air Canada at 9pm.
Your flight from Toronto to YQT won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Get to your destination in one go from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Direct flights from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) can be booked from here.
At YYZ, you can choose from various carriers operating direct flights from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport, including:
Air Canada is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from YYZ to YQT.
The most punctual carrier on this route is Air Canada. Its services arrive as planned 66.46% of the time.
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Of all flights departing from Toronto Pearson International Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can book a direct Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) plane ticket out of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Work out whether leaving from YTZ works best for your plans.
Porter Airlines offers direct flights from Toronto to YQT out of YTZ. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in a single journey.
On the YTZ to YQT route, Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd is the most punctual carrier flying between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and Thunder Bay International Airport, with 77.64% of its services arriving on schedule.
On public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in about 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
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Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance of 70%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
From the centre of Toronto, YHM is around 72 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport flight:
Flights that leave from YHM make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 68% of the time.
About Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near YQT:
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Getting from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to central Thunder Bay
Central Thunder Bay is around 14 kilometres from Thunder Bay International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Currently, R 1,031 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,971. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Toronto to YQT by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
January is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Thunder Bay based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Toronto to YQT plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Thunder Bay to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -21ºC (-6ºF) and -5ºC (23ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Thunder Bay
Start your Thunder Bay trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Terry Fox Monument and Fort William Historical Park are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Thunder Bay to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Albany River Provincial Park.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Thunder Bay, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey around 290 kilometres northwest to Dryden to check off its top sights. From Blue Lake Provincial Park to Aaron Provincial Park and Dryden & District Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
