Which airports can I use when flying from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay?

Flights from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay usually depart from Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) and arrive at Thunder Bay (YQT).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 87% on flights from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 366 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 2,624, a difference of C$ 2,259. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

Have flight prices from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 588 to C$ 1,388. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Nanaimo and Thunder Bay?

Thunder Bay is 3 hours ahead of Nanaimo (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Thunder Bay Airport (YQT)?

Thunder Bay Airport (YQT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 33 for economy cars. Top options include: • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • National • Budget • Avis • Driving Force

How much is a round-trip flight from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay?

Round-trip flights from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay typically range from C$ 934 to C$ 1,672. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 588, on WestJet.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay?

WestJet (C$ 588) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay in the last 5 days.

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Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

5:45 a.m. - 4:05 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-YQT Thunder Bay

8h 20m2 stops Calgary Winnipeg

4:40 p.m. - 12:55 a.m.YQT Thunder Bay-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

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C$ 588WestJet

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Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

5:45 a.m. - 4:05 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-YQT Thunder Bay

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4:40 p.m. - 12:55 a.m.YQT Thunder Bay-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

10h 15m3 stops Winnipeg Saskatoon Calgary

C$ 602WestJet

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Fri, 25 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan

5:45 a.m. - 4:05 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-YQT Thunder Bay

8h 20m2 stops Calgary Winnipeg

4:40 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.YQT Thunder Bay-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

24h 35m2 stops Winnipeg Vancouver Intl

C$ 692WestJet

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Fri, 25 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan

5:45 a.m. - 4:05 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-YQT Thunder Bay

8h 20m2 stops Calgary Winnipeg

4:40 p.m. - 12:55 a.m.YQT Thunder Bay-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

10h 15m3 stops Winnipeg Saskatoon Calgary

C$ 819WestJet

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Fri, 25 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan

5:45 a.m. - 4:05 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-YQT Thunder Bay

8h 20m2 stops Calgary Winnipeg

4:40 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.YQT Thunder Bay-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

24h 35m2 stops Winnipeg Vancouver Intl

C$ 829WestJet

1 day ago

Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

3:50 p.m. - 4:05 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-YQT Thunder Bay

22h 15m3 stops Vancouver Intl Calgary Winnipeg

4:40 p.m. - 12:55 a.m.YQT Thunder Bay-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

10h 15m3 stops Winnipeg Saskatoon Calgary

C$ 914WestJet

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Fri, 25 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan

5:45 a.m. - 10:59 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-YQT Thunder Bay

15h 14m2 stops Calgary Toronto Pearson Intl

6:20 a.m. - 12:55 a.m.YQT Thunder Bay-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

20h 35m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Kelowna Calgary

C$ 1,088Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 25 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan

5:45 a.m. - 10:26 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-YQT Thunder Bay

14h 41m3 stops Calgary Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Island

9:00 a.m. - 12:55 a.m.YQT Thunder Bay-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

17h 55m3 stops Toronto Island Ottawa Calgary

C$ 1,239Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 25 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan

10:45 a.m. - 4:05 p.m.YCD Nanaimo Arpt-YQT Thunder Bay

27h 20m3 stops Calgary Saskatoon Winnipeg

9:00 a.m. - 12:55 a.m.YQT Thunder Bay-YCD Nanaimo Arpt

17h 55m3 stops Toronto Island Ottawa Calgary

C$ 1,388Multiple Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay departing in november.

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Do I need a passport to fly from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.
Have flight prices from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 588 to C$ 1,388. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at Thunder Bay Airport (YQT)?
Thunder Bay Airport (YQT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 33 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• National
• Budget
• Avis
• Driving Force
Which airports can I use when flying from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay?
Flights from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay usually depart from Nanaimo Arpt (YCD) and arrive at Thunder Bay (YQT).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 87% on flights from Nanaimo to Thunder Bay. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 366 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 2,624, a difference of C$ 2,259.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Nanaimo and Thunder Bay?
Thunder Bay is 3 hours ahead of Nanaimo (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 366, about C$ 2,259 less than Friday fares (86% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Thunder Bay Airport.

• Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre
• Superior Inn Hotel and Conference Centre Thunder Bay
• Ramada by Wyndham Thunder Bay Airlane Hotel

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