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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 618
Typical prices: C$ 908-C$ 933
Porter Airlines
Mon 5/11Tue 6/11
YAM - YQT • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 900
Typical prices: C$ 933-C$ 933
Bearskin Airlines
Mon 26/11Fri 30/11
YAM - YQT • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Bearskin Airlines. Average duration is 1h 17m
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 604 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay (YAM-YQT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay

Thu, 5 Nov - Fri, 6 Nov
Porter Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 12:49 p.m.YAM  Sault Ste Marie-YQT Thunder Bay
6h 49m1 stop Toronto Island
Porter Airlines Logo
5:25 p.m. - 10:21 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YAM Sault Ste Marie
4h 56m1 stop Toronto Island
C$ 618Porter Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Air Canada Logo
4:35 p.m. - 10:36 p.m.YAM  Sault Ste Marie-YQT Thunder Bay
6h 01m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:15 p.m. - 10:33 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YAM Sault Ste Marie
5h 18m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 625Air Canada
Tue, 1 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Air Canada Logo
4:35 p.m. - 10:36 p.m.YAM  Sault Ste Marie-YQT Thunder Bay
6h 01m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:15 p.m. - 10:33 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YAM Sault Ste Marie
5h 18m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 645Air Canada
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Porter Airlines Logo
2:25 p.m. - 10:19 p.m.YAM  Sault Ste Marie-YQT Thunder Bay
7h 54m1 stop Toronto Island
Porter Airlines Logo
7:05 a.m. - 1:41 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YAM Sault Ste Marie
6h 36m1 stop Toronto Island
C$ 647Porter Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Air Canada Logo
4:35 p.m. - 10:36 p.m.YAM  Sault Ste Marie-YQT Thunder Bay
6h 01m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:15 p.m. - 10:33 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YAM Sault Ste Marie
5h 18m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 691Air Canada
Mon, 19 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Porter Airlines Logo
10:40 a.m. - 7:20 p.m.YAM  Sault Ste Marie-YQT Thunder Bay
8h 40m1 stop Toronto Island
Porter Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YAM Sault Ste Marie
4h 00m1 stop Toronto Island
C$ 694Porter Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Porter Airlines Logo
10:40 a.m. - 7:20 p.m.YAM  Sault Ste Marie-YQT Thunder Bay
8h 40m1 stop Toronto Island
Porter Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YAM Sault Ste Marie
4h 00m1 stop Toronto Island
C$ 695Porter Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
Porter Airlines Logo
10:40 a.m. - 7:20 p.m.YAM  Sault Ste Marie-YQT Thunder Bay
8h 40m1 stop Toronto Island
Porter Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YAM Sault Ste Marie
4h 00m1 stop Toronto Island
C$ 724Porter Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Bearskin Airlines Logo
3:10 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.YAM  Sault Ste Marie-YQT Thunder Bay
1h 20mdirect
Bearskin Airlines Logo
11:20 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YAM Sault Ste Marie
1h 20mdirect
C$ 900Bearskin Airlines
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Bearskin Airlines Logo
3:10 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.YAM  Sault Ste Marie-YQT Thunder Bay
1h 20mdirect
Bearskin Airlines Logo
10:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YAM Sault Ste Marie
1h 20mdirect
C$ 923Bearskin Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay?

Round-trip flights from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay typically range from C$ 908 to C$ 933. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 618, on Porter Airlines.

Key details for Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

C$ 341
One-way flight from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay

When to book flights from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay

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Your Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:40 am and lands at 10:57 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:25 pm and lands at 8:42 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 17m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay.

  • How long does a flight from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay take?

    A direct flight from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay takes 1h 17m, covering 673 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sault Ste Marie 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay range from C$ 908 to C$ 933, with an average of C$ 933 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 908 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 604 round-trip via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ), compared to C$ 933 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay?

    The Fairchild (Swearingen)SA26/SA226/SA227Merlin/Metro/Expediter family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Bearskin Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-300 Dash 8 / 8Q variants.

  • How are flight departures from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Sault Ste Marie 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$ 618 to C$ 1,540. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 429, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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$ 34 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • National
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • Driving Force

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay?

    Flights from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay usually depart from Sault Ste Marie (YAM) and arrive at Thunder Bay (YQT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay pass through?

    Connecting flights from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay most commonly pass through:

    • Toronto Island (YTZ) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 50% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 52% on flights from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 533 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 1,103, a difference of C$ 570.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay?

    Only Bearskin Airlines operates flights between Sault Ste Marie and Thunder Bay.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay?

    Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 06m, compared with 7h 24m via Toronto Island (YTZ).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Bearskin Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average C$ 533, about C$ 570 less than Thursday fares (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay trip for June. Fares historically average C$ 759 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 479 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Toronto Pearson Intl Airport (YYZ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 604 round-trip on this route – about C$ 329 less than direct flights (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

Prefer to fly direct from Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Sault Ste Marie Airport to Thunder Bay Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sault Ste Marie to Thunder Bay

Monday

Bearskin Airlines

Bearskin Airlines

Tuesday

Bearskin Airlines

Bearskin Airlines

Wednesday

Bearskin Airlines

Bearskin Airlines

Thursday

Bearskin Airlines

Bearskin Airlines

Friday

Bearskin Airlines

Bearskin Airlines

Sunday

Bearskin Airlines

Bearskin Airlines

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Direct returns

Thunder Bay to Sault Ste Marie

Monday

Bearskin Airlines

Bearskin Airlines

Tuesday

Bearskin Airlines

Bearskin Airlines

Wednesday

Bearskin Airlines

Bearskin Airlines

Thursday

Bearskin Airlines

Bearskin Airlines

Friday

Bearskin Airlines

Bearskin Airlines

Sunday

Bearskin Airlines

Bearskin Airlines

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