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Flight deals from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Winnipeg Airport to Thunder Bay Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs47,628. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Winnipeg to Thunder Bay flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay

Winnipeg to Thunder Bay: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Thunder Bay.

Winnipeg to Thunder Bay: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs26,729
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 27 mins
Most popular airlineWestjet Encore
Average flights per week26

Finding cheap flights from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay is Rs46,637. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay.
Westjet Encore and WestJet fly direct from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay.
As of June 2026, there are 26 flights per week flying from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay.
The cheapest month to fly from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Winnipeg Airport to Thunder Bay Airport on Sunday, 28 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 27 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Thunder Bay but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Thunder Bay is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Thunder Bay.

Travelling from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport.

  • Each week, there are nine Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, pick the 08:00 WestJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 20:50 with WestJet.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your YWG to YQT flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • WestJet has direct flights from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Thunder Bay — and maybe even more of Canada if you have time.

  • WestJet is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • WestJet is the most punctual carrier operating YWG to YQT flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)

  • Rs26,729 is the best price for a one-way Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs46,637. These prices can change depending on availability.

  • Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from YWG to YQT.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Picking up cheap flights from YWG to YQT is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport.

Handy information about Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)

  • YWG is located at 2000 Wellington Avenue.

  • 61.28% of flights that depart Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Central Winnipeg to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to YWG:

Arriving at Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)

Getting from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to central Thunder Bay

  • From Thunder Bay International Airport, Thunder Bay is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 15 minutes.

When to fly to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Thunder Bay based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Lock in your flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to Thunder Bay International Airport for July if you want to visit Thunder Bay during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 24ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -21ºC and -5ºC. Search for cheap tickets from YWG to YQT sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Canada

  • You've done Thunder Bay, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey about 402 kilometres north-west to Kenora to tick off its leading attractions. From Legacy Tours to Harvest Kenora's Homerun Gardens and Garrow Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Dryden is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 306 kilometres north-west of Thunder Bay. No trip is complete without seeing Blue Lake Provincial Park, Aaron Provincial Park and Johnston's Park.

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