Find flights
Deals
When to book
Airlines
Travel Guide

Cheap flights to Thunder Bay from C$ 132

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 12/8. 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.
BOS — YQT
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

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 409,532 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 278

Round-trip from

C$ 229

One-way from

C$ 132
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 409,532 searches and data was last updated on 16 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.
Wed 12/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 19/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 163
Wed 12/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 19/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 169
Mon 3/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 5/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 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 15/5C$ 214
Wed 5/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Fri 7/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 229
Fri 14/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Fri 21/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 233
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 29/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 241
Wed 12/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/612:50 p.m.YQT - YYZ
1 stop4h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 245
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 15/5C$ 247

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 409,532 searches and data were last updated on 16 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.
Wed 12/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 19/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 163
Wed 12/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 19/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 169
Mon 3/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 5/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 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 15/5C$ 214
Wed 5/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Fri 7/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 229
Fri 14/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Fri 21/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 233
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 29/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 241
Wed 18/97:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 23/910:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 244
Wed 12/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/612:50 p.m.YQT - YYZ
1 stop4h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 245

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 409,532 searches and data was last updated on 16 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 24/55:15 p.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop3h 57mPorter Airlines
Fri 31/512:50 p.m.YQT - YTZ
1 stop5h 24mPorter Airlines
Deal found 14/5C$ 328
Fri 24/59:50 a.m.YYZ - YQT
2 stops11h 22mPorter Airlines
Fri 31/512:50 p.m.YQT - YYZ
2 stops9h 22mPorter Airlines
Deal found 14/5C$ 341
Fri 24/57:15 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 57mPorter Airlines
Sat 25/57:45 a.m.YQT - YYZ
1 stop5h 17mPorter Airlines
Deal found 14/5C$ 346
Fri 24/51:25 p.m.YTZ - YQT
Nonstop2h 04mPorter Airlines
Fri 31/512:50 p.m.YQT - YTZ
1 stop5h 24mPorter Airlines
Deal found 14/5C$ 349
Fri 24/57:15 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 57mPorter Airlines
Fri 31/57:45 a.m.YQT - YYZ
1 stop5h 17mPorter Airlines
Deal found 14/5C$ 350
Fri 24/59:50 a.m.YYZ - YQT
2 stops11h 22mPorter Airlines
Sat 25/57:45 a.m.YQT - YYZ
1 stop5h 17mPorter Airlines
Deal found 14/5C$ 352
Sat 25/59:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
1 stop4h 47mPorter Airlines
Sun 2/63:40 p.m.YQT - YYZ
1 stop5h 22mPorter Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 356
Fri 24/59:15 a.m.YTZ - YQT
Nonstop2h 04mPorter Airlines
Sat 25/53:40 p.m.YQT - YTZ
Nonstop2h 03mPorter Airlines
Deal found 14/5C$ 358
Fri 24/57:20 a.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop4h 52mPorter Airlines
Sat 25/57:45 a.m.YQT - YTZ
1 stop5h 49mPorter Airlines
Deal found 14/5C$ 360

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 409,532 searches and data was last updated on 16 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.
Mon 12/87:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Deal found 14/5C$ 132
Fri 14/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 135
Wed 5/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 138
Mon 1/77:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 149
Mon 17/65:15 p.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop3h 57mPorter Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 153
Mon 17/610:10 a.m.YYZ - YQT
2 stops11h 02mPorter Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 153
Fri 14/62:30 p.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop6h 42mPorter Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 155
Sun 16/63:40 p.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop5h 47mPorter Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 157
Thu 30/52:30 p.m.YTZ - YQT
1 stop6h 42mPorter Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 158

Direct flights to Thunder Bay

Wed 12/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 19/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 163
Wed 12/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 19/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 169
Mon 3/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 5/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 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 15/5C$ 214
Wed 5/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Fri 7/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 229
Fri 14/67:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Fri 21/610:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 233
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 29/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 241
Wed 18/97:55 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Mon 23/910:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 244
Mon 27/57:40 a.m.YYZ - YQT
Nonstop1h 55mFlair Airlines
Wed 29/510:35 a.m.YQT - YYZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlair Airlines
Deal found 16/5C$ 248

Find flights to Thunder Bay within your budget

Locate flights to Thunder Bay that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 409,532 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

C$ 229 - C$ 540

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Toronto Pearson IntlThunder Bay

YYZ - YQT

YYZYQT

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 5/6

Nonstop1h 55m

Thunder Bay

Fri 7/6

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 229

Toronto Pearson IntlThunder Bay

YYZ - YQT

YYZYQT

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 14/6

Nonstop1h 55m

Thunder Bay

Fri 21/6

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 233

Toronto Pearson IntlThunder Bay

YYZ - YQT

YYZYQT

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 27/5

Nonstop1h 55m

Thunder Bay

Wed 29/5

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 241

Toronto Pearson IntlThunder Bay

YYZ - YQT

YYZYQT

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 12/6

Nonstop1h 55m

Thunder Bay

Wed 19/6

1 stop4h 27m

C$ 245

Toronto Pearson IntlThunder Bay

YYZ - YQT

YYZYQT

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 5/6

1 stop5h 12m

Thunder Bay

Wed 12/6

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 247

Toronto Pearson IntlThunder Bay

YYZ - YQT

YYZYQT

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 14/6

Nonstop1h 55m

Thunder Bay

Mon 17/6

1 stop4h 27m

C$ 248

Toronto IslandThunder Bay

YTZ - YQT

YTZYQT

Toronto Island

Wed 12/6

Nonstop2h 04m

Thunder Bay

Wed 19/6

Nonstop2h 03m

C$ 274

Toronto Pearson IntlThunder Bay

YYZ - YQT

YYZYQT

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 21/6

Nonstop1h 48m

Thunder Bay

Sat 29/6

Nonstop1h 41m

C$ 429

HamiltonThunder Bay

YHM - YQT

YHMYQT

Hamilton

Thu 13/6

2 stops22h 13m

Thunder Bay

Thu 20/6

2 stops11h 16m

C$ 540

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 15/5

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$ 148 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 298. Price data was last updated on 12 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$ 296

February

C$ 305

March

C$ 349

April

C$ 319

May

C$ 332

June

C$ 282

July

C$ 398

August

C$ 381

September

C$ 300

October

C$ 354

November

C$ 398

December

C$ 406

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 10 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.
Search Deals

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 12 May 2024.
Morning
Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
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.
Search Deals

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 16 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Thunder Bay, see what other customers have to say about WestJet, Flair Airlines and Porter Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.5
Good
2,919 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
2,919 reviews
7.5
Good
2,919 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
415 reviews
7.5
Good
2,919 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.0
Good
6,947 reviews
7.5
Good
2,919 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

6.2
Okay
201 reviews
7.5
Good
2,919 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

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$ 100, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 184.

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

    A round-trip flight to Thunder Bay will typically cost around C$ 349, however they can be found for as little as C$ 135.

  • 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).

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Search flights to Thunder Bay by cabin class

Find flights to Thunder Bay, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.