$163 Cheap Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Thunder Bay (YQT)

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Cheap Flights from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay (YWG-YQT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $163 for one-way flights and $295 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

WestJet
Thu, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 21
YWG
Winnipeg
YQT
Thunder Bay
$295 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select WestJet flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $295 found 6 days ago
Porter Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 21
YWG
Winnipeg
YQT
Thunder Bay
$347 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $347 found 6 days ago
Porter Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 10
YWG
Winnipeg
YQT
Thunder Bay
$352 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$352
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $352 found 2 days ago
Porter Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 10
YWG
Winnipeg
YQT
Thunder Bay
$353 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$353
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Porter Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $353 found 2 days ago
WestJet
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 10
YWG
Winnipeg
YQT
Thunder Bay
$358 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$358
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select WestJet flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $358 found 2 days ago
WestJet
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 10
YWG
Winnipeg
YQT
Thunder Bay
$360 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$360
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select WestJet flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $360 found 2 days ago
WestJet
Sun, Aug 10 - Wed, Aug 20
YWG
Winnipeg
YQT
Thunder Bay
$366 Roundtrip, just found
$366
Roundtrip
just found
Select WestJet flight, departing Sun, Aug 10 from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $366 just found
WestJet
Wed, Jul 16 - Fri, Jul 18
YWG
Winnipeg
YQT
Thunder Bay
$372 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$372
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select WestJet flight, departing Wed, Jul 16 from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay, returning Fri, Jul 18, priced at $372 found 6 days ago
WestJet
Wed, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 30
YWG
Winnipeg
YQT
Thunder Bay
$374 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$374
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select WestJet flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $374 found 2 days ago
Air Canada
Fri, Aug 15 - Sun, Aug 17
YWG
Winnipeg
YQT
Thunder Bay
$410 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$410
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $410 found 5 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Winnipeg (YWG) to Thunder Bay (YQT)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $104 - $440 per traveler.

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Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Thunder Bay (YQT)
Origin airport
Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl.
Destination airport
Thunder Bay Intl.
Airlines serving
Porter Airlines, WestJet
Roundtrip price
$295
Distance
372 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 37 mins

Winnipeg to Thunder Bay Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Winnipeg to Thunder Bay in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $163 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Winnipeg to Thunder Bay flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Winnipeg to Thunder Bay airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) cost?
Book cheap return flights starting from $295 from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a WestJet flight leaving YWG on July 17 2025 and touching down at YQT. The price was last updated on July 5 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from YWG to YQT?
Fly nonstop from YWG to YQT in October to land cheaper fares. You can find a one-way WestJet flight for $163 leaving on October 5 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 5 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT)?
Take a direct flight with WestJet and go straight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from YWG to YQT?
With prices starting from $163 for a one-way journey from YWG to YQT, WestJet is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from YWG on September 27 2025. Prices were last updated on July 5 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs each day from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT). Need other options? Use our filters to discover flights with layovers and add a new destination to your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT)?
Flights between YWG and YQT are busiest at 12 PM. For a less crowded experience and possibly cheaper fares, look for a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from YWG to YQT?
If you depart on a Sunday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT).
What is the earliest flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT)?
Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG)'s first flight to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) is at approximately 12:55PM UTC-6. With a travel time of 1h 25m, you'll land at around 3:20PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT)?
It takes approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes to fly the 370 mi from YWG to YQT.
What is the best time to fly from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT)?
To avoid potential delays on the Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Thunder Bay from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG)?
If you're on a direct flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay, Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT) last-minute?
Booking your flight from YWG to YQT just before your trip is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a YWG to YQT flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a YWG to YQT flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having everything in one easy place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson Intl. Airport (YWG) to Thunder Bay Intl. Airport (YQT)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your YWG to YQT flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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