Travelling from Thunder Bay Airport (YQT) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Thunder Bay Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Toronto's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Thunder Bay.
Flights from YQT to YYZ start from 05:00 — the earliest with Air Canada. The latest departure is at 17:35 with Air Canada. Overall, there are 30 weekly Thunder Bay Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your YQT to YYZ flight.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Thunder Bay Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport, so jetting off to Toronto (and then discovering more of Canada!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with Air Canada on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates YQT to YYZ flights is Air Canada. Its services arrive as planned 69.81% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Thunder Bay Airport (YQT) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Thunder Bay Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight is Rs16,852. A return ticket right now is Rs40,684. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YQT to YYZ if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Thunder Bay Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from YQT to YYZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Thunder Bay Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Handy information about Thunder Bay Airport (YQT)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Thunder Bay Airport, data shows 72% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Thunder Bay Airport from central Thunder Bay, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Thunder Bay Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near YQT:
Arriving at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Book a hotel close to YYZ if you're catching a late Thunder Bay Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Toronto and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Toronto. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Thunder Bay Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport is November, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Toronto based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Thunder Bay Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between -15ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YQT to YYZ sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
