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Cheapest round-trip
$427
Typical prices: $522-$1,057
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Tue 9/25Sun 9/30
MDW - YQT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$239
Typical prices: $331-$839
Air Canada
Thu 10/11
ORD - YQT • 1 stop
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MDW - YQT
Cheapest • 1% average savings
ORD - YQT
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Toronto Island (YTZ)
Cheapest • Avg $610 (round-trip)
Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ)
Shortest trip • 5h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Thunder Bay (CHI-YQT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Thunder Bay

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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10:15 am - 4:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
4h 50m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:20 am - 5:43 pmYQT  Thunder Bay-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 23m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$427Air Canada
Fri, Sep 25 - Wed, Sep 30
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3:20 pm - 8:55 amMDW  Chicago Midway-YQT Thunder Bay
16h 35m1 stop Toronto Island
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6:30 am - 2:35 pmYQT  Thunder Bay-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$427Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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3:20 pm - 9:45 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-YQT Thunder Bay
5h 25m1 stop Toronto Island
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11:30 am - 11:00 amYQT  Thunder Bay-MDW Chicago Midway
24h 30m2 stops Ottawa Toronto Island
$430Porter Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 4
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3:20 pm - 8:55 amMDW  Chicago Midway-YQT Thunder Bay
16h 35m1 stop Toronto Island
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6:30 am - 2:35 pmYQT  Thunder Bay-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$434Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 2
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3:20 pm - 8:55 amMDW  Chicago Midway-YQT Thunder Bay
16h 35m1 stop Toronto Island
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6:00 am - 11:00 amYQT  Thunder Bay-MDW Chicago Midway
6h 00m1 stop Toronto Island
$435Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
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11:45 am - 7:20 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-YQT Thunder Bay
6h 35m1 stop Toronto Island
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6:30 am - 2:35 pmYQT  Thunder Bay-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$436Porter Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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11:45 am - 7:20 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-YQT Thunder Bay
6h 35m1 stop Toronto Island
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8:15 am - 2:35 pmYQT  Thunder Bay-MDW Chicago Midway
7h 20m1 stop Toronto Island
$443Porter Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1
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11:45 am - 7:20 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-YQT Thunder Bay
6h 35m1 stop Toronto Island
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6:00 am - 11:00 amYQT  Thunder Bay-MDW Chicago Midway
6h 00m1 stop Toronto Island
$444Porter Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16
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7:25 am - 7:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-YQT Thunder Bay
10h 55m1 stop Toronto Island
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11:35 am - 7:48 pmYQT  Thunder Bay-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 13m2 stops Ottawa Toronto Pearson Intl
$445Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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3:20 pm - 9:45 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-YQT Thunder Bay
5h 25m1 stop Toronto Island
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6:00 am - 11:00 amYQT  Thunder Bay-MDW Chicago Midway
6h 00m1 stop Toronto Island
$446Porter Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to Thunder Bay flights

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What is the cheapest Chicago to Thunder Bay flight route?

There's little price difference between Chicago to Thunder Bay routes. They average around $634 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Chicago to Thunder Bay flights

Cheapest flight

$239
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Thunder Bay

When to book flights from Chicago to Thunder Bay

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Your Chicago to Thunder Bay flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Chicago to Thunder Bay may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Thunder Bay (YQT).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to Thunder Bay?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago to Thunder Bay.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to Thunder Bay pass through?

    Connecting flights from Chicago to Thunder Bay most commonly pass through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 77% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Island (YTZ) - 23% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Chicago to Thunder Bay route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $522 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,081, a difference of $559. 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 long is a flight from Chicago to Thunder Bay?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Chicago to Thunder Bay. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 52m and 6h 08m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago to Thunder Bay?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago 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 $427 to $2,074. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago to Thunder Bay looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago to Thunder Bay are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $534, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago to Thunder Bay?

    Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 52m, compared with 6h 08m via Toronto Island (YTZ).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago and Thunder Bay?

    Thunder Bay is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern Time vs Central 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 $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · National
    · Budget
    · Avis
    · Driving Force

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago to Thunder Bay flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago to Thunder Bay range from $522 to $1,057, with an average of $625 over the past 12 months. Anything below $522 counts as a good deal.

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