Cheap Flights from Toronto (YTZ) to Thunder Bay (YQT)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Toronto Island to Thunder Bay? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Toronto Island to Thunder Bay flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Toronto Island to Thunder Bay

Toronto Island to Thunder Bay: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Toronto Island to Thunder Bay below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Thunder Bay.

Toronto to Thunder Bay: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$322
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlinePorter Airlines (Canada) Ltd
Average flights per week83

Finding cheap flights from Toronto Island to Thunder Bay: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Toronto Island to Thunder Bay is $322. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Toronto Island to Thunder Bay.
Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd, Porter Airlines Inc and Air Transat fly direct from Toronto Island to Thunder Bay.
As of May 2025, there are 83 flights per week flying from Toronto Island to Thunder Bay.
The cheapest month to fly from Toronto Island to Thunder Bay is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Toronto Island Airport to Thunder Bay Airport on Saturday, 14 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 8 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Thunder Bay but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Thunder Bay is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd offers the cheapest flight tickets to Thunder Bay.

Travelling from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • Flights from YTZ to YQT start at 09:05 — the earliest with Porter Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:00 with Porter Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 41 weekly Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YTZ to YQT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Travelling to Thunder Bay (and then exploring more of Canada!) is a cinch with Porter Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Porter Airlines.

  • Porter Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers YTZ to YQT flights, with 65.04% of its services arriving as planned.

How to find the cheapest flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)

  • Currently, $194 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $322. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from YTZ to YQT by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from YTZ to YQT.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)

  • When it comes to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport's on-time performance, data shows 62.09% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Toronto to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 40 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near YTZ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)

  • If you're landing on a late Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YQT:

  • Grab a Thunder Bay International Airport rental car and explore Thunder Bay and beyond with your own set of wheels. Enterprise, Budget and National are top outlets you can book with here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Thunder Bay International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to central Thunder Bay

  • From Thunder Bay International Airport, Thunder Bay is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 15 minutes.

When to fly to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Thunder Bay in April.

  • When booking your flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Thunder Bay, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -21ºC (-6ºF) and -5ºC (23ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YTZ to YQT around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Canada

  • Kenora is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Thunder Bay. Around 402 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Legacy Tours, Harvest Kenora's Homerun Gardens and Garrow Park.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Canada, head for Dryden, about 306 kilometres north-west of Thunder Bay. Blue Lake Provincial Park, Aaron Provincial Park and Johnston's Park are among its highlights.

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