Flying from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Pearson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Flights from YYZ to YQT start at 07:25 — the earliest with Flair Airlines. The last departure is at 22:00 with Air Canada. In total, you can take your pick of 24 weekly Pearson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your YYZ to YQT flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Air Canada offers direct flights from Pearson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Thunder Bay — and maybe even more of Canada if you have time.
Air Canada tops the list for bookings on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for YYZ to YQT flights is Air Canada.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Right now, $85 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $128. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from YYZ to YQT by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Pearson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Of the flights that depart from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Toronto to Pearson International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near YYZ? If you've booked an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Pearson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YQT instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Thunder Bay International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise, Budget or National and explore beyond Thunder Bay's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Thunder Bay International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
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.
It takes roughly 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Pearson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Thunder Bay. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Thunder Bay is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Pearson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -21ºC (-6ºF) and -5ºC (23ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YYZ to YQT sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Thunder Bay has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be discovered. About 402 kilometres north-west of Thunder Bay, a visit to Kenora will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Legacy Tours, Harvest Kenora's Homerun Gardens and Garrow Park.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Canada, head for Dryden, roughly 306 kilometres north-west of Thunder Bay. Blue Lake Provincial Park, Aaron Provincial Park and Johnston's Park are among the biggest draws.