How far do most flights from Thunder Bay go?

Historically, the majority of flights from Thunder Bay are long-haul, accounting for approximately 78% of all routes in the trailing 90 days. Short-haul flights represent about 16% of the routes. Medium-haul flights make up a smaller portion, typically around 6% of the total flights from this origin.

Which countries offer the cheapest flight destinations from Thunder Bay?

Historically, Canada has offered some of the most affordable flight destinations from Thunder Bay. For instance, flights to Comox typically have a median price of $240 CAD. The United States also features destinations like Phoenix with a median price of $416 CAD. Other countries such as the United Kingdom and Mexico tend to have higher median prices, with London at $500 CAD and Cancún at $533 CAD respectively.

When are flights from Thunder Bay at their lowest price?

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Thunder Bay, with an average price of $633 USD. This represents a significant saving of approximately 26% compared to the annual median average price of $851 USD. July also typically offers lower prices, with an average of $700 USD, making it the second cheapest month for departures from Thunder Bay.

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Winnipeg

Canada • Aug 2026

$115

$51

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Toronto

Canada • Sep 2026

$87

$57

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YQT

Calgary

Canada • Oct 2026

$135

$96

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Edmonton

Canada • Aug 2026

$254

$98

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Toronto

Canada • Jul 2026

$149

$101

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Ottawa

Canada • Aug 2026

$257

$120

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Vancouver

Canada • Oct 2026

$235

$124

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Kelowna

Canada • Aug 2026

$262

$135

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London

Canada • Aug 2026

$330

$138

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Saskatoon

Canada • Oct 2026

$211

$139

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Travelers flying from Thunder Bay can reach 135 unique cities across 27 countries, according to recent fare data. The vast majority of recent fares, 93%, are for destinations within Canada. Beyond Canada, the United States accounts for 4% of recent fares, and Mexico makes up 2%. Popular Canadian destinations include Toronto and Winnipeg, while international options extend to cities like London in the United Kingdom.

Right now, the cheapest flights from Thunder Bay start at $188 CAD for a roundtrip to Toronto, Canada. You can also find cheap flights from Thunder Bay to Winnipeg, Canada, with roundtrip fares also starting at $188 CAD. For those looking to fly to Calgary, Canada, the cheapest roundtrip fares begin at $304 CAD.

The route mix from Thunder Bay shows a strong preference for longer journeys, with 78% of routes classified as long-haul. Short-haul flights make up 16% of the routes, while medium-haul options account for 6%. This indicates that a significant portion of flights from Thunder Bay cover substantial distances.

Looking at the most frequently discounted destinations over the last 90 days, Toronto, Canada, appears most often in recent fares from Thunder Bay. Winnipeg, Canada, is the second most popular destination in terms of recent fare volume. Additionally, London, United Kingdom, is among the top three most frequently appearing destinations in recent flight deals from Thunder Bay.

When considering direct flights from Thunder Bay, only 21% of recent fares are non-stop. This indicates that most flights from Thunder Bay involve at least one stop, classifying the airport as connecting-dominant for travelers seeking direct flights from Thunder Bay.

Most popular airlines from Thunder Bay

Air Canada

WestJet

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United Airlines

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Fri, Jul 17

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YQT - London

Thunder Bay (YQT) - London (LHR)

United Airlines

$1,105

$1,045

One-way

Sat, Jul 25

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YQT - Reykjavik

Thunder Bay (YQT) - Reykjavik (KEF)

United Airlines

$823

$756

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Tue, Jul 21

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YQT - Amsterdam

Thunder Bay (YQT) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Air Canada

$992

$945

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

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YQT - Bengaluru

Thunder Bay (YQT) - Bengaluru (BLR)

Air Canada, Saudia

$1,591

$1,514

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

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YQT - Kathmandu

Thunder Bay (YQT) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Porter Airlines

$1,766

$1,758

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

YQT - Kochi

Thunder Bay (YQT) - Kochi (COK)

Lufthansa

$1,753

$2,028

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Thunder Bay

Dubai

TOP

United Arab Emirates • Apr 2027

from

$1,089

Lisbon

TOP

Portugal • Nov 2026

from

$574

Paris

TOP

France • Aug 2026

from

$637

Dublin

TOP

Ireland • Sep 2026

from

$556

Barcelona

TOP

Spain • Aug 2026

from

$671

Athens

TOP

Greece • Sep 2026

from

$789

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Thunder Bay

-38%

YQT - Dubai

$1,766 → $1,089

-36%

YQT - Mumbai

$1,786 → $1,146

-27%

YQT - Thiruvananthapuram

$2,191 → $1,589

-26%

YQT - Ho Chi Minh City

$1,812 → $1,339

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Watch fares to Toronto

Flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto start at CAD 81 for a direct one-way ticket.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Apr

Flights from Thunder Bay tend to be cheaper in Apr.

⏱️ Best time to book

2-8 months in advance

Booking 2-8 months out offers the best prices, with fares tending to rise closer to departure.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Air Canada, WestJet, Porter Airlines, Flair Airlines

Domestic and regional carriers offer the most routes from Thunder Bay.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$72 direct / ~$188 roundtrip

The cheapest deals from Thunder Bay are to Canadian cities like Winnipeg and Toronto.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Wed - Mon - Thu

The cheapest days to fly from YQT are Wednesday, Monday, and Thursday, with fares starting from $45.

Thunder Bay main airports to depart from

Thunder Bay International (YQT)

Cheapest

Thunder Bay International is ideal for travelers looking for flights from Thunder Bay and the surrounding region.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CA$188

Airports nearby Thunder Bay used as alternative

Sault Ste. Marie (YAM)

Sault Ste. Marie is a primary domestic alternative within the same province, offering reliable regional service.

📍 ~414 km from Thunder Bay (reachable by car, approximately 8 hours driving).

💸 Flights from ~CA$314

Duluth International (DLH)

Duluth International is the closest US regional airport with consistent commercial service for US destinations.

📍 ~279 km from Thunder Bay (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~CA$267

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International (MSP)

Cheapest

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International is a major international hub with vast global connectivity and often lower fares.

📍 ~493 km from Thunder Bay (reachable by car, approximately 6-7 hours driving).

💸 Flights from ~CA$115

Sioux Lookout (YXL)

Sioux Lookout is a domestic Canadian alternative useful for specific regional connections in Northern Ontario.

📍 ~273 km from Thunder Bay (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~CA$555

Falls International (INL)

Falls International provides access to the US Delta connection network via the Fort Frances/International Falls border crossing.

📍 ~307 km from Thunder Bay (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~CA$335

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Amsterdam

Netherlands • Aug 2026

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Cancún

Mexico • Oct 2026

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$1,302

$737

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Montego Bay

Jamaica • Oct 2026

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$1,491

$940

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Honolulu

United States • Aug 2026

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$2,170

$1,971

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Kauai

United States • Aug 2026

79% AI deal score

$2,356

$2,213

Save $143

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Punta Cana

Dominican Republic • Oct 2026

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$1,063

$860

Save $203

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Kailua

United States • Aug 2026

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$2,265

$2,181

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Santiago de Chile

Chile • Aug 2026

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$2,398

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Lima

Peru • Aug 2026

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$2,123

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Fort Lauderdale

United States • Aug 2026

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$949

$914

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Booking Flights from Thunder Bay: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Thunder Bay have offered flights for less than $400 CAD. For example, flights to Comox typically have a median price of $240 CAD, and Nanaimo flights are around $265 CAD. Other affordable options include Calgary at a median of $273 CAD and Penticton at $293 CAD. Toronto also frequently sees prices around $293 CAD, making it another economical choice for travelers.

In the trailing 90 days, flights from Thunder Bay have historically reached 135 unique cities. These destinations span 27 different countries. The vast majority of these flights, approximately 93%, are within Canada. The United States accounts for about 4% of destinations, while Mexico makes up 2% of the available routes.

Across the trailing quarter, the most frequently traveled routes from Thunder Bay include destinations such as Toronto in Canada. Another popular route is to Winnipeg, also located in Canada. Additionally, London in the United Kingdom has historically been one of the busiest deal routes from Thunder Bay.

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2-8 months in advance

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From ~$72 direct / ~$188 roundtrip

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Thunder Bay main airports to depart from

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Which routes from Thunder Bay are the most popular?

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How far do most flights from Thunder Bay go?

How far do most flights from Thunder Bay go?

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