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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 296
Typical prices: C$ 395-C$ 641
WestJet
Mon 22/10Mon 29/10
YQT - YVR • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 146
Typical prices: C$ 254-C$ 539
WestJet
Tue 23/10
YQT - YVR • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Thunder Bay and Vancouver Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 60% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 26% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Winnipeg (YWG)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 448 (round-trip)
Calgary (YYC)
Shortest trip • 5h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Thunder Bay to Vancouver (YQT-YVR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Thunder Bay to Vancouver

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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7:50 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YVR Vancouver Intl
7h 25m1 stop Calgary
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6:00 a.m. - 4:05 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
7h 05m2 stops Calgary Winnipeg
C$ 296WestJet
Tue, 24 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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4:40 p.m. - 11:15 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 35m1 stop Winnipeg
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6:00 a.m. - 3:05 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
7h 05m2 stops Edmonton Winnipeg
C$ 311WestJet
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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4:40 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 35m1 stop Winnipeg
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6:00 a.m. - 3:05 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
7h 05m2 stops Edmonton Winnipeg
C$ 324WestJet
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:50 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YVR Vancouver Intl
7h 25m1 stop Calgary
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12:20 p.m. - 10:54 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
7h 34m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 375Multiple Airlines
Sun, 1 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
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4:40 p.m. - 11:15 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 35m1 stop Winnipeg
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:20 p.m. - 9:54 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
6h 34m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 406Multiple Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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7:50 p.m. - 10:35 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YVR Vancouver Intl
5h 45m1 stop Calgary
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7:00 a.m. - 10:54 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
12h 54m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 447Multiple Airlines
Wed, 14 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
Air Canada Logo
6:15 p.m. - 12:26 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 11m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:25 p.m. - 10:11 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
7h 46m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 580Air Canada
Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
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1:50 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YVR Vancouver Intl
10h 25m2 stops Toronto Island Ottawa
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9:55 p.m. - 10:53 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
9h 58m1 stop Ottawa
C$ 655Porter Airlines
Sun, 18 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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6:30 a.m. - 11:09 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YVR Vancouver Intl
7h 39m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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7:00 a.m. - 10:33 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
12h 33m2 stops MET - Montreal Metropolitan Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 656Porter Airlines
Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
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6:30 a.m. - 11:09 a.m.YQT  Thunder Bay-YVR Vancouver Intl
7h 39m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Porter Airlines Logo
9:55 p.m. - 10:53 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
9h 58m1 stop Ottawa
C$ 660Porter Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport start at C$ 296. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 395 to C$ 641. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 296 on WestJet.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 24% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport at C$ 369 round-trip.
•December (C$ 677) and January (C$ 672) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 83% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 60% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

C$ 146
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 35% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
Flights from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport

When to book flights from Thunder Bay to Vancouver

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Thunder Bay to Vancouver based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport.

  • How long does a flight from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport take?

    A direct flight from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 3,958 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport range from C$ 395 to C$ 641, with an average of C$ 501 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 395 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 56% above the route average of C$ 501. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport 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$ 296 to C$ 1,698. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 293, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR)?

    Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Avis
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • NextCar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flights from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport usually depart from Thunder Bay (YQT) and arrive at Vancouver Intl (YVR).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 46% of one-stop connections
    • Calgary (YYC) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • Winnipeg (YWG) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • Ottawa (YOW) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 474 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 625, a difference of C$ 151. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flying via Calgary (YYC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 55m, compared with 7h 09m via Winnipeg (YWG) and 8h 59m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

  • What is the time difference between Thunder Bay and Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Vancouver Intl Airport is 3 hours behind Thunder Bay (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Vancouver Intl Airport are BC Place Vancouver, Rogers Arena, and Vancouver Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Vancouver Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 474 – about C$ 151 less than Saturday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 60% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Thunder Bay to Vancouver Intl Airport trip for October. Fares historically average C$ 369 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 308 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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