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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 257
Typical prices: C$ 308-C$ 523
Porter Airlines
Mon 26/2Tue 6/3
YQT - YYZ • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 263
Typical prices: C$ 307-C$ 526
Porter Airlines
Fri 9/3Sun 18/3
YQT - YTZ • Direct
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You can fly direct with Porter Airlines and Air Canada. Average duration is 1h 55m
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 303 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto (YQT-YTO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Thunder Bay to Toronto

Fri, 26 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
Porter Airlines Logo
6:20 a.m. - 8:10 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
1h 50mdirect
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7:20 a.m. - 8:35 p.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
13h 15m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Ottawa
C$ 257Porter Airlines
Tue, 9 Mar - Thu, 18 Mar
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5:25 p.m. - 7:25 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YTZ Toronto Island
2h 00mdirect
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8:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.YTZ  Toronto Island-YQT Thunder Bay
2h 15mdirect
C$ 263Porter Airlines
Tue, 9 Mar - Thu, 18 Mar
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1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YTZ Toronto Island
2h 00mdirect
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3:50 p.m. - 8:35 p.m.YTZ  Toronto Island-YQT Thunder Bay
4h 45m1 stop Ottawa
C$ 271Porter Airlines
Fri, 29 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
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7:05 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YTZ Toronto Island
2h 00mdirect
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8:05 p.m. - 10:19 p.m.YTZ  Toronto Island-YQT Thunder Bay
2h 14mdirect
C$ 304Multiple Airlines
Fri, 22 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
Air Canada Logo
5:00 a.m. - 6:53 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
1h 53mdirect
Air Canada Logo
8:10 a.m. - 10:06 a.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
1h 56mdirect
C$ 305Air Canada
Thu, 14 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
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10:50 a.m. - 3:05 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
4h 15m1 stop Ottawa
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8:55 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
2h 00mdirect
C$ 315Multiple Airlines
Fri, 19 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
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10:50 a.m. - 4:34 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YTZ Toronto Island
5h 44m1 stop Ottawa
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8:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.YTZ  Toronto Island-YQT Thunder Bay
2h 15mdirect
C$ 316Multiple Airlines
Sat, 27 Mar - Thu, 1 Apr
Air Canada Logo
5:00 a.m. - 6:52 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
1h 52mdirect
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2:10 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
1h 50mdirect
C$ 326Air Canada
Sat, 28 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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6:20 a.m. - 8:08 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
1h 48mdirect
Air Transat Logo
9:00 p.m. - 10:59 p.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
1h 59mdirect
C$ 432Air Transat
Sun, 20 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec
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6:20 a.m. - 8:10 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
1h 50mdirect
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9:00 p.m. - 10:59 p.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
1h 59mdirect
C$ 443Air Transat
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Thunder Bay to Toronto flights

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

Round-trip flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto typically range from C$ 308 to C$ 523. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 257, on Porter Airlines.

What is the cheapest Thunder Bay to Toronto flight route?

There's little price difference between Thunder Bay to Toronto routes. They average around C$ 400 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Thunder Bay to Toronto. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Thunder Bay to Toronto at C$ 338 round-trip.
•December (C$ 463) and February (C$ 427) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 36% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto the cheapest?

Flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Thunder Bay to Toronto

 
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John Walton

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Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Key details for Thunder Bay to Toronto flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 124
Beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 18% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Thunder Bay to Toronto Pearson Intl Airport

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Your Thunder Bay to Toronto flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Thunder Bay to Toronto:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 6:55 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:30 pm and lands at 7:25 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 55m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long does a flight from Thunder Bay to Toronto take?

    A direct flight from Thunder Bay to Toronto takes 1h 55m, covering 1,494 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Thunder Bay to Toronto flight?

    Round-trip flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto range from C$ 308 to C$ 523, with an average of C$ 395 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 308 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Thunder Bay to Toronto flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 39% above the C$ 395 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 303 round-trip via Calgary (YYC), compared to C$ 398 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 41–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Thunder Bay to Toronto spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Thunder Bay to Toronto flights, with 63% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 25%, Afternoon flights for 12%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Thunder Bay to Toronto changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 257 to C$ 2,043. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Thunder Bay to Toronto flights?

    Air Canada is the only airline on the Thunder Bay to Toronto route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Thunder Bay to Toronto looking right now?

    One-way fares from Thunder Bay to Toronto are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 194, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Toronto?

    Since Toronto is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Toronto Pearson Intl Airport (YYZ) – daily rates from around C$ 51:

    • Ace
    • City Car & Truck Rental
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Zoom Rent A Car
    • Hertz

    Near Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) – daily rates from around C$ 77:

    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • National
    • Advance Car And Truck Rental
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

    Flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto usually depart from Thunder Bay (YQT) and may arrive at several airports in Toronto area, including Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl (YKF), Toronto Island (YTZ) and Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Thunder Bay to Toronto route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 55m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto pass through?

    One-stop flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto most commonly connect through:

    • Ottawa (YOW) – 83% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Winnipeg (YWG) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • Calgary (YYC) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 371 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at C$ 459, a difference of C$ 88.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

    2 airlines operate flights between Thunder Bay and Toronto. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Porter Airlines
    • Air Canada

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

    Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 25m, compared with 5h 12m via Ottawa (YOW) and 6h 37m via Winnipeg (YWG).

  • Which popular places can I visit in Toronto?

    Some of the most popular sights in Toronto are Rogers Centre, Scotiabank Arena, and Union Station. These are among the most viewed places in Toronto on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Thunder Bay to Toronto flights?

    Among airlines operating Thunder Bay to Toronto flights:

    • Porter Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Thunder Bay to Toronto flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Porter Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Transat: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • How can I get from Toronto Pearson, Toronto Island, Toronto Kitchener-Waterloo, or Hamilton Airport using public transportation?

    If you want to take public transportation from the Toronto Pearson International Airport to the city center, there is a train station in Terminal 1. From the Toronto Island Airport (YTZ), you can catch the ferry or a streetcar to downtown. Public transportation from Toronto Kitchener (YKF) is also possible. There is access to both public buses and trains from this airport although the ride will last over 2 hours. It is the same as Toronto Kitchener for the Hamilton Airport (YHM).

  • Where is long-term parking at the Thunder Bay Airport?

    There are over 400 parking spaces for passengers needing long-term parking at Thunder Bay Airport. This is an uncovered parking lot that is within walking distance of the terminal building.

  • Can I rent a car at Toronto Pearson Airport, Toronto Kitchener-Waterloo Airport, Hamilton Airport, or Toronto Island Airport?

    For your convenience, you can rent a car at any of the airports in Toronto. At Toronto Pearson, there is a Hertz, Thrifty, and a Budget car rental agency onsite. You can rent a car from Enterprise, Hertz, or Budget at Toronto Island Airport. If you're landing at Toronto Kitchener, both Avis and Enterprise have offices at the airport. Toronto Hamilton Airport provides car rental services from National, Europcar, or Budget.

  • What Toronto Airport should I choose?

    You'll have your choice of landing at either Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Toronto Island (YTZ), Toronto Kitchener-Waterloo (YKF), or Hamilton Airport (YHM) in Mount Hope when you take a flight from Thunder Bay. Toronto Island Airport is closest to downtown Ontario. Hamilton Airport is convenient to Hamilton and the southern suburbs of Burlington and Brantford. Toronto Kitchener-Waterloo is ideal if you plan to visit Kitchener, Guelph, or Cambridge. Toronto Pearson is in the suburb of Mississauga just 40 minutes Southwest of downtown Toronto.

Your guide to booking Thunder Bay to Toronto flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 371, about C$ 88 less than Wednesday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Thunder Bay to Toronto trip for May. Fares historically average C$ 338 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 124 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Flair Airlines. Over the past three months, 98% of Flair Airlines flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 85%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 55m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Calgary Airport (YYC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 303 round-trip on this route – about C$ 96 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Toronto Pearson Intl Airport

    • Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport By IHG
    • Sheraton Gateway Hotel in Toronto International Airport
    • Spark by Hilton Toronto Airport

    Near Toronto Island Airport

    • The Omni King Edward Hotel
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Toronto Downtown
    • The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto
  • Passenger drop-off is permitted at Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT). For convenience, your driver can drop you off in the short-term parking lot. They can park in this lot for up to 20 minutes for free.
  • If you choose the Toronto Pearson Airport, you can get a beauty service such as a manicure, pedicure, or facial before starting your vacation. There is a spa/salon in Terminal 3 past security.
  • Thunder Bay Airport is not a very large airport. It has only one terminal and a single runway. The terminal building has three stories that are connected via escalators and stairways.
  • The Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) has an onsite hotel. This is convenient if you arrive in Toronto late at night or have a flight delay. The Sheraton Gateway Hotel is connected to Terminal 3 and provides amenities such as an indoor pool, restaurant, and fitness center.
  • Most flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto are direct, however, there are a few flight routes that include a plane change. If you have to switch planes, it could be in Winnipeg, Edmonton, or Calgary. The plane changes are usually short lasting just two to three hours.

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Direct departures

Thunder Bay to Toronto

Monday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

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Direct returns

Toronto to Thunder Bay

Monday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

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