Direct (nonstop) flights from Toronto to Thunder Bay

1 airline flys nonstop from City Centre (YTZ) to Thunder Bay (YQT). It's 578 miles (930 km), about 2h 12m in the air. Operated by Porter Airlines.

YTZ
City Centre
🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada
YQT
Thunder Bay
🇨🇦 Thunder Bay, Canada
Flight Time
2h 12m
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 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Porter Airlines PD Porter Airlines
Route
YTZ → YQT
Flight Time
2h 12m
Distance
578 mi

Alternative Routes

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

YTZ YAM (Sault Ste. Marie) YQT
Leg 1: 1h 24m (318 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (260 mi) Total: ~2h 39m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YTZ → YAM
1h 24m · 318 mi
View YTZ to YAM flights →
Leg 2
YAM → YQT
1h 15m · 260 mi
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YTZ YSB (Sudbury) YQT
Leg 1: 1h 5m (217 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (416 mi) Total: ~2h 48m 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YTZ → YSB
1h 5m · 217 mi
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Leg 2
YSB → YQT
1h 43m · 416 mi
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YTZ YOW (Ottawa) YQT
Leg 1: 59m (217 mi) Leg 2: 2h 29m (679 mi) Total: ~3h 28m 🍃 191 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YTZ → YOW
59m · 217 mi
View YTZ to YOW flights →
Leg 2
YOW → YQT
2h 29m · 679 mi
View YOW to YQT flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Toronto (YTZ) to Thunder Bay (YQT) takes approximately 2 hours and 12 minutes. The distance is 578 miles (930 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Toronto to Thunder Bay?

Just Porter Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Toronto to Thunder Bay?

Yes. 1 airline: Porter Airlines.

How far is Toronto from Thunder Bay?

The flight distance from Toronto to Thunder Bay 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 Toronto to Thunder Bay?

At 2h 12m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

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 City Centre for this flight?

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