Travelling from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Toronto: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 52 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Toronto.
Toronto and Thunder Bay (where Thunder Bay International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
The most popular route is from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). You can choose from 41 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YQT to YTZ is the 08:15 Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd option. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 19:30 with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from YQT to Toronto.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Direct flights from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Toronto are available for booking. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is where you'll be landing.
Leading airlines that offer direct flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Toronto include:
After booking your flight tickets from Thunder Bay International Airport to Toronto, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't required since you're travelling within Canada. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, like a driver's licence or an ID card, you're all set.
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Thunder Bay, YQT can be reached in approximately 11 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 17 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Toronto? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near YQT:
How to find the cheapest flights from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Toronto
C$35 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Thunder Bay International Airport to Toronto. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$136. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap tickets from YQT to Toronto by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Thunder Bay International Airport to Toronto. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 26 minutes.
It takes roughly 49 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Once your flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Toronto has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 39 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from YQT to Toronto, rest your head at a hotel close to YTZ. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Toronto while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Toronto, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Toronto in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 1ºC. Search for cheap flights from YQT to Toronto sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Toronto:
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