Flying from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Pearson International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Thunder Bay and Toronto are both in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Take your pick of 24 weekly Thunder Bay International Airport to Pearson International Airport flights. The 05:00 departure with Air Canada is the earliest flight available. Air Canada operates the latest service of the day at 18:10.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your YQT to YYZ flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air Canada is your gateway to exploring Toronto (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Canada!). Check out the direct flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Pearson International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with Air Canada on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for YQT to YYZ flights is Air Canada.
How to find the cheapest flights from Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Thunder Bay International Airport to Pearson International Airport flight is $103. A round-trip ticket is currently $251. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from YQT to YYZ by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Pearson International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
59.73% of flights departing from Thunder Bay International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Thunder Bay International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Thunder Bay. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 15 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to YQT? If you're boarding an early flight from Thunder Bay International Airport to Pearson International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you're arriving on a late Thunder Bay International Airport to Pearson International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Grab a Pearson International Airport rental car and explore Toronto and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Pearson International Airport, Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Pearson International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Toronto in February.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Pearson International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from YQT to YYZ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Toronto, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey around 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to check off its top attractions. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Ottawa is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without visiting Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.