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Cheap flights to Thunder Bay from C$ 135

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 14/6. 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
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult
Sun 5/5
Sun 12/5

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 488,555 searches and data was last updated on 30 April 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

C$ 137

Round-trip from

C$ 179

One-way from

C$ 135
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From Toronto to Thunder Bay
One-way flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay (YQT)

Cheap flights to Thunder Bay in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Thunder Bay in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 488,555 searches and data was last updated on 30 April 2024.
The below flights offer some of the lowest fares to Thunder Bay in April and May 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 29/4C$ 179
Fri 31/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 3/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 202
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 3/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 209
Fri 31/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 3/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 210
Fri 24/57:15 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4C$ 213
Thu 23/57:15 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 223
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 5/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 224
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 29/4C$ 235
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 30/4C$ 236

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 488,555 searches and data were last updated on 30 April 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 29/4C$ 179
Fri 31/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 3/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 202
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 3/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 209
Fri 31/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 3/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 210
Fri 24/57:15 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4C$ 213
Thu 23/57:15 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 223
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 5/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 224
Fri 14/67:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 17/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 229
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 29/4C$ 235

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 488,555 searches and data was last updated on 30 April 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.
Mon 13/57:15 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 57mPorter Airlines
Tue 28/57:45 a.m.YQT - YYZ
1 stop5h 17mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 384
Mon 13/57:15 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 57mPorter Airlines
Tue 28/512:50 p.m.YQT - YYZ
2 stops9h 22mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 388
Tue 14/57:15 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 57mPorter Airlines
Tue 21/512:50 p.m.YQT - YYZ
2 stops9h 22mPorter Airlines
Deal found 30/4C$ 418
Mon 13/53:15 p.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop5h 57mPorter Airlines
Mon 20/512:50 p.m.YQT - YYZ
2 stops9h 22mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 446
Mon 13/53:15 p.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop5h 57mPorter Airlines
Wed 15/57:45 a.m.YQT - YYZ
1 stop5h 17mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 475
Mon 13/53:15 p.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop5h 57mPorter Airlines
Wed 15/57:45 a.m.YQT - YYZ
1 stop5h 17mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 481
Mon 13/59:45 p.m.YYZ - YQT
2 stops18h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/512:50 p.m.YQT - YYZ
2 stops9h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 507
Sat 11/59:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 47mPorter Airlines
Fri 17/512:50 p.m.YQT - YYZ
1 stop4h 27mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 526
Mon 13/53:15 p.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop5h 57mPorter Airlines
Wed 15/512:50 p.m.YQT - YYZ
2 stops9h 50mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 530

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 488,555 searches and data was last updated on 30 April 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 14/67:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 135
Fri 28/67:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 147
Mon 29/77:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 149
Tue 25/62:30 p.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop6h 42mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 152
Fri 28/67:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 152
Thu 23/52:30 p.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop6h 42mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 153
Tue 21/52:30 p.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop6h 42mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 154
Wed 5/61:25 p.m.YTZ - YQT
Nonstop2h 04mPorter Airlines
Deal found 30/4C$ 156
Fri 31/53:30 p.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop5h 42mPorter Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 157

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 29/4C$ 179
Fri 31/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 3/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 202
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 3/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 209
Fri 31/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 3/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 210
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 5/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 224
Fri 14/67:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 17/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 229
Fri 14/67:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 17/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 30/4C$ 238
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 3/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 240
Mon 3/67:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 24/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 254

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$ 151 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 238. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Thunder Bay (average of C$ 211). 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$ 296

February

C$ 306

March

C$ 350

April

C$ 318

May

C$ 315

June

C$ 288

July

C$ 401

August

C$ 381

September

C$ 317

October

C$ 355

November

C$ 399

December

C$ 407

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 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Thunder Bay, you should look to book at least 46 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 28 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Thunder Bay should consider flying on Monday 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 30 April 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Thunder Bay, see what other customers have to say about Flair Airlines, WestJet and Porter 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
2,971 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
2,971 reviews
7.6
Good
2,971 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
436 reviews
7.6
Good
2,971 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.0
Good
6,889 reviews
7.6
Good
2,971 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

6.1
Okay
199 reviews
7.6
Good
2,971 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

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$ 92, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 204.

  • 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$ 149.

  • 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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