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Cheap flights to Thunder Bay from C$ 137

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — YQT
15 May — 22 May1
1 adult
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Flights to Thunder Bay in 2024

Find the latest flights to Thunder Bay in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 437,143 searches and data was last updated on 10 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 278

Round-trip from

C$ 154

One-way from

C$ 137
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Toronto to Thunder Bay
One-way flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay (YQT)

Cheap flights to Thunder Bay in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Thunder Bay in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 437,143 searches and data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The below flights offer some of the lowest fares to Thunder Bay in May and June 2024. Be sure to check back soon as deals update often.
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 29/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 154
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 29/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 155
Wed 5/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 12/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 184
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 5/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 185
Fri 21/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 24/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 10/5C$ 193
Fri 7/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Fri 7/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 215
Mon 27/59:50 a.m.YYZ - YQT
2 stops11h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 230
Wed 5/67:00 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 232
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/612:50 p.m.YQT - YYZ
1 stop4h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 240

Thunder Bay 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Thunder Bay in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 437,143 searches and data were last updated on 10 May 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing to Thunder Bay in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 29/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 154
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 29/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 155
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 29/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 156
Mon 17/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 19/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 7/5C$ 170
Fri 21/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 24/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 177
Wed 5/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 12/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 184
Wed 5/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 12/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 185
Fri 21/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 24/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 192
Fri 31/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Fri 7/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 214

Flights to Thunder Bay departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Thunder Bay, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 437,143 searches and data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the best last-minute flights available departing to Thunder Bay. It's recommended that you verify the details of your last-minute flight before booking.
Fri 17/57:15 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 57mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 347
Sat 18/59:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 47mPorter Airlines
Mon 20/512:50 p.m.YQT - YYZ
1 stop4h 27mPorter Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 362
Sat 18/55:00 p.m.YTZ - YQT
Nonstop2h 04mPorter Airlines
Mon 20/512:50 p.m.YQT - YTZ
1 stop7h 09mPorter Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 366
Sat 18/510:15 a.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop4h 27mPorter Airlines
Mon 20/57:45 a.m.YQT - YTZ
1 stop6h 34mPorter Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 369
Sat 18/59:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 47mPorter Airlines
Mon 20/512:50 p.m.YQT - YYZ
2 stops9h 22mPorter Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 369
Sun 19/59:00 a.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop6h 02mPorter Airlines
Mon 20/512:50 p.m.YQT - YTZ
1 stop5h 24mPorter Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 371
Sun 19/59:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop5h 07mPorter Airlines
Mon 20/57:45 a.m.YQT - YYZ
1 stop5h 17mPorter Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 378
Sun 19/510:50 a.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop4h 12mPorter Airlines
Mon 20/58:15 a.m.YQT - YTZ
Nonstop2h 03mPorter Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 380
Fri 17/57:15 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 57mPorter Airlines
Wed 19/612:50 p.m.YQT - YYZ
2 stops9h 41mPorter Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 384

One-way flights to Thunder Bay

Explore one-way flight options to Thunder Bay for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 437,143 searches and data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
If you're looking for options on one-way flights to Thunder Bay, check out these fares. Book a round-trip flight to Thunder Bay instead by using the search form above.
Fri 7/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 137
Mon 1/77:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 140
Fri 28/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 155
Sun 9/610:50 a.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop4h 12mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 158
Sun 9/69:00 a.m.YTZ - YQT
2 stops12h 27mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 159
Wed 19/69:15 a.m.YTZ - YQT
Nonstop2h 04mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 160
Fri 7/69:15 a.m.YTZ - YQT
Nonstop2h 04mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 162
Mon 10/63:30 p.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop5h 42mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 163
Wed 19/67:00 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop5h 12mPorter Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 164

Direct flights to Thunder Bay

Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 29/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 154
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 29/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 155
Wed 5/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 12/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 184
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 5/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 185
Fri 7/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Fri 7/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 215
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 3/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 232
Fri 28/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 3/710:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 263
Fri 31/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 3/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 9/5C$ 278
Wed 5/611:35 a.m.YTZ - YQT
Nonstop2h 04mPorter Airlines
Mon 10/62:20 p.m.YQT - YTZ
Nonstop2h 03mPorter Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 282

Average price of flights to Thunder Bay by month

Plan your trip to Thunder Bay by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Thunder Bay is currently C$ 155 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 237. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Thunder Bay (average of C$ 207). Flying to Thunder Bay in December will prove the most costly (average of C$ 298). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

C$ 297

February

C$ 307

March

C$ 351

April

C$ 321

May

C$ 311

June

C$ 284

July

C$ 400

August

C$ 380

September

C$ 302

October

C$ 356

November

C$ 400

December

C$ 408

Temperature and rainfall in Thunder Bay by month

Plan your trip to Thunder Bay by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

YQT

Temperature

-14 - 17 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Thunder Bay, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -14.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Thunder Bay?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to Thunder Bay. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Thunder Bay, you should look to book at least 79 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Thunder Bay?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to Thunder Bay. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Thunder Bay should consider flying on Wednesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Thunder Bay

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Thunder Bay. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Thunder Bay. Reviews last updated 10 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Thunder Bay, see what other customers have to say about Porter Airlines, Air Canada and Flair Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.6
Good
2,940 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a great experience with the flight back to Toronto and crew were awesome.

7.6
Good
2,940 reviews
7.6
Good
2,940 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a great experience with the flight back to Toronto and crew were awesome.

7.4
Good
424 reviews
7.6
Good
2,940 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a great experience with the flight back to Toronto and crew were awesome.

7.0
Good
6,926 reviews
7.6
Good
2,940 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a great experience with the flight back to Toronto and crew were awesome.

6.2
Okay
201 reviews
7.6
Good
2,940 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

We had a great experience with the flight back to Toronto and crew were awesome.

This town on the north-western shore of Lake Superior is the gateway to the great outdoors in an area that boasts some of the world’s finest canoeing and camping. Book a cheap flight to Thunder Bay, and see what adventures await.

Thunder Bay climate

With the climate impacted by lake winds and weather, the summers here are pleasantly warm and the winters can be severely cold and snowy.

Getting around Thunder Bay

The city is a bit sprawling, so renting a car is probably the best bet, particularly if you’re planning on heading out of town to camp.

  • How long is the flight to Thunder Bay?

    Flight times from other cities of Canada to Thunder Bay can range from 1h 45m to 11h 25m. The fastest flight is from Toronto Pearson International Airport directly to Thunder Bay which takes 1h 45m. The quickest flight from Vancouver takes about 7h while the fastest flight from Montreal is just under 4 hours. Some flights may take as long as 11h 25m depending on the number of stops and length of layover.

  • Where can you get direct flights to Thunder Bay?

    Both Air Canada and WestJet offer direct flights out of Toronto Pearson International Airport. Porter Airlines offers a 1-stop flight with a layover in Toronto Island. If you are flying out of Vancouver International Airport both Air Canada and WestJet have flights with 1 layover in Toronto before landing in Thunder Bay. All flights on Porter Airlines, Air Canada, or WestJet out of Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport stop in either Toronto or Toronto Island before finally landing in Thunder Bay. How do you get from Thunder Bay airport to the city centre? You have several options when travelling from the airport to the city centre. Taxi services are provided by Roach’s Yellow Taxi and pre-arranged pickups can be made via phone or mobile app. URIDE is a ride-sharing app that is native to Thunder Bay. Pre-arranged pickup can be made via their mobile app as well. Hotels like Valhalla Inn, Landmark Inn, and Airlane Travelodge Hotel will pick you up with a free shuttle if you are staying with them. A complete list of free shuttles can be found next to the baggage area on the main floor. Finally, the airport is serviced by the #3 bus Memorial to Airport. Pickup times can be found through a phone call to the terminal. What are some things to do in Thunder Bay? There are many sights and landmarks as well as nature and park attractions in Thunder Bay. Some of the more popular destinations include the Terry Fox Monument, Fort William Historical Park, Sleeping Giant Provincial Park, and Mount McKay. Other attractive destinations include the Blue Point Amethyst Mine, Thunder Oak Cheese Farm, Centennial Botanical Conservatory, and the Sleeping Giant Brewing Company. You might take some time to relax in the OLG Casino or browse the Thunder Bay Art Gallery before taking in a show at Magnus Theater. Winter activities are popular at the Kamview Nordic Ski Centre and Lock Lomond Ski Area while activities at Mission Island Marsh Conservation Area, Marie Louise Lake, and Mills Block Forest are more popular in the warmer months. Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Thunder Bay? You do not need a passport or visa to travel inside of Canada. If one of your flights crosses international borders you will need to have a valid passport. All that is required is a valid photo ID as required by the airline.

  • When is the best time to fly to Thunder Bay?

    June through August is the best time to capitalize on the warm weather.

  • What is good to know if travelling to Thunder Bay?

    Until 1970, Thunder Bay was actually the two separate towns of Port Arthur and Fort William.

  • What does YQT mean?

    YQT is a unique code, commonly called an IATA code, used in the aviation industry to identify airports. This code, along with many others, are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association). A YQT flight refers to a flight to Thunder Bay Airport.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Thunder Bay?

    Travellers will need to book flights to Thunder Bay (YQT) if they wish to fly to Thunder Bay. The Thunder Bay airport is 5.6 km from the city centre. On average, Thunder Bay has 10 flights from Toronto per day from 4 airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Thunder Bay if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Thunder Bay on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Thunder Bay?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Flair Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Thunder Bay.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Thunder Bay?

    Thunder Bay Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Thunder Bay. One-way flights to Thunder Bay Airport typically cost C$ 86, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 208.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Thunder Bay?

    A round-trip flight to Thunder Bay will typically cost around C$ 373, however they can be found for as little as C$ 152.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Thunder Bay depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Thunder Bay, Sault Ste Marie offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 15 minutes).

  • Does Thunder Bay Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Thunder Bay Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Thunder Bay Airport?

    Yes. Thunder Bay Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre is the closest property to Thunder Bay Airport (0.0 km away from Thunder Bay Airport).

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