Direct (nonstop) flights from Thunder Bay to Toronto

1 airline flys nonstop from Thunder Bay (YQT) to City Centre (YTZ). It's 578 miles (930 km), about 2h in the air. Operated by Porter Airlines.

YQT
Thunder Bay
🇨🇦 Thunder Bay, Canada
YTZ
City Centre
🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada
Flight Time
2h
Distance
578 mi
930 km
CO₂/pax
107 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Porter Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Porter Airlines Porter Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Porter Airlines PD Porter Airlines
Route
YQT → YTZ
Flight Time
2h
Distance
578 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Thunder Bay to Toronto with one stop · direct emits 107 kg CO₂ per passenger

YQT YAM (Sault Ste. Marie) YTZ
Leg 1: 1h 15m (260 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (318 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YQT → YAM
1h 15m · 260 mi
View YQT to YAM flights →
Leg 2
YAM → YTZ
1h 20m · 318 mi
View YAM to YTZ flights →
YQT YSB (Sudbury) YTZ
Leg 1: 1h 45m (416 mi) Leg 2: 1h 2m (217 mi) Total: ~2h 47m 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YQT → YSB
1h 45m · 416 mi
View YQT to YSB flights →
Leg 2
YSB → YTZ
1h 2m · 217 mi
View YSB to YTZ flights →
YQT YOW (Ottawa) YTZ
Leg 1: 2h 13m (679 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (217 mi) Total: ~3h 21m 🍃 191 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YQT → YOW
2h 13m · 679 mi
View YQT to YOW flights →
Leg 2
YOW → YTZ
1h 8m · 217 mi
View YOW to YTZ flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

A nonstop flight from Thunder Bay (YQT) to Toronto (YTZ) takes approximately 2 hours. The distance is 578 miles (930 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

Just Porter Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

Yes. 1 airline: Porter Airlines.

How far is Thunder Bay from Toronto?

The flight distance from Thunder Bay to Toronto is 578 miles (930 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

At 2h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

Roughly 107 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 535 km.

Is the return flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Thunder Bay to Toronto?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Thunder Bay for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.