Flying from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Chicago: what you need to know
Thunder Bay International Airport is located in Thunder Bay. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is 1 hour behind Thunder Bay.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from YQT to Chicago. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You don't need a visa for United States if you hold a passport from Canada and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before locking in your flight tickets from Thunder Bay International Airport to Chicago, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Travelling from central Thunder Bay to YQT takes approximately 17 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 11 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near YQT? If you're catching an early flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Chicago, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Chicago
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Thunder Bay International Airport to Chicago is C$266. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$589. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from YQT to Chicago. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Thunder Bay International Airport to Chicago.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Chicago, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 54 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
The centre of Chicago is located around 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). As soon as your flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Chicago has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 21 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 46 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to MDW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from YQT to Chicago:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the busiest month for flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Chicago. To escape the crowds, visit Chicago in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Chicago for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from YQT to Chicago in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
Once you've booked your flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Chicago, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are attractions you won't want to skip in Chicago.
Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Chicago and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Chicago.
