Airports near Thunder Bay
YQT・CMX
What airports are closest to Thunder Bay?
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) is the primary and most convenient gateway to the city, sitting just 4.86 km from the center. Upon arrival, travelers can reach downtown in as little as 7 minutes by taxi or choose the budget-friendly transit bus, which typically takes around 13 minutes to 25 minutes depending on traffic. This facility is the only airport located within the city itself and is highly recommended for its efficiency and range of ground transportation including rideshare and rental cars. Alternatively, Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) is situated 146.08 km away in a different region, requiring a much more extensive journey. While listed for geographic completeness, the transit from CMX to Thunder Bay is significant, often taking over 8 hours by road, making YQT the clear choice for any visitor planning a trip to Thunder Bay. Search for flights to Thunder Bay and book hotels in Thunder Bay, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Thunder Bay: YQT and CMX.
Airports Near Thunder Bay: Key Information
Number of airports in Thunder Bay
1
Closest airport to the city center
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Distance
4.9 km
Fastest arrival time
7 minutes - 15 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
Compare domestic and international airports near Thunder Bay.
Thunder Bay International Airport
Distance: 4.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Thunder Bay Transit
Cheapest
13 minutes - 25 minutes
CAD 3-4
Budget
Roach's Yellow Taxi / Diamond Lacey's
Fastest
7 minutes - 15 minutes
CAD 16-20
Comfort
Uride
10 minutes - 20 minutes
CAD 15-25
Balanced
On-site Rental Agencies
10 minutes - 20 minutes
CAD 50-100
Comfort
Houghton County Memorial Airport
Distance: 146.1 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Copper Country Limo & Taxi
Fastest
8 hours 20 minutes - 9 hours 10 minutes
Comfort
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Cheapest
8 hours 20 minutes - 9 hours 10 minutes
USD 130-200
Balanced
Compare 2 airports near Thunder Bay
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Compare 2 airports near Thunder Bay
For the vast majority of travelers, Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) is the only logical gateway to Thunder Bay. Located within the city limits, it handles domestic and select international flights with seamless access to downtown via public bus, taxi, or rideshare. The transport options are highly efficient and affordable. In contrast, Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) is not in Thunder Bay at all; it is located in a neighboring city in the United States, roughly 660 kilometers away. Traveling between CMX and Thunder Bay requires a significant, multi-hour road journey across international borders, involving either a long-distance private taxi or a rental car. This route is not recommended for standard airport-to-city transfers and should only be considered if flight availability or pricing at the remote airport provides a distinct advantage, though travelers must also account for border crossing requirements and high ground transport costs. Stick to YQT for the most convenient and cost-effective arrival experience in the region.
Hotels near Thunder Bay airport
Breakfast
Very Good108 Reviews
Thunder Bay|4.25km from city center
I would never use trip.com ever again. Regardless of savings they can never repay me after the poor service I received from every representative from trip.com.
I spoke with the hotel that was willing to work with me over a booking issue but trip.com would not and made me pay for a room I never even used FromUS$114
Great113 Reviews
Thunder Bay|4.11km from city center
Very good and clean hotel, the room is big and staff is nice, good to stay here.FromUS$168
115 Reviews
Thunder Bay|4.75km from city center
The facilities is old and worn out, i.e flooring, walls and lighting; it needs serious renovation. For the price, it's a ripped off. The location is very convenient, at the same time is noisy.FromUS$97
Good101 Reviews
Thunder Bay|4.76km from city center
The environment is average. It is worse than other Super 8s. On the main street, the whole building is relatively old, the service is ok, and the stairs are too smelly. The door is unlocked, breakfast is OKFromUS$163
Good104 Reviews
Thunder Bay|2.84km from city center
There is free parking, a free swimming pool, suitable for bringing children, but due to the epidemic we did not go to the swimming pool and gym, breakfast in the hotel should be ok, but during the epidemic it is relatively simple, but the price is a bit more expensive than other hotelsFromUS$160
Family friendly
Very Good106 Reviews
Thunder Bay|6.62km from city center
The hotel has good space, particularly spacious passages, high floors, and good facilities. Because of the epidemic, the breakfast provided is cold packed bread🥯FromUS$148
Good98 Reviews
Thunder Bay|3.73km from city center
The sheets were crumpled like no replacement, the air in the room was not good, and it was not a taste. There is no elevator in the hotel, and seven or eight pieces of luggage are going to move upstairs. Speaking a little off topic, from Vancouver all the way to the east to the place, I found that the hotels here are generally very expensive, because it is almost 1000 kilometers to the east to find a slightly like hotel, all the way is a small motel It can be seen that this is a stop where driving must stop. The supermarkets, gas stations and restaurants here are very expensive! Come catch up with Vancouver.FromUS$167
Great100 Reviews
Thunder Bay|2.75km from city center
The hotel is quite satisfactory, the rooms are small and the facilities are okay. The parking lot is spacious and free. There are not many supermarkets and places to eat around. The price/performance ratio is so-so.FromUS$174
102 Reviews
Thunder Bay|3.32km from city center
We chose this hotel as a little staycation over Christmas holidays mainly for the pool and waterslide, which my nieces had a great time in. We ordered dinner from the restaurant next to the pool, which was pretty disappointing- most of the food went uneaten. Maybe it would have been better to eat in. The room was good, clean enough with the amenities we needed. We chose a pool side room since spending time in the pool was our main focus. The hotel provides a folding table and chairs to set up outside the room's patio doors on the pool deck which was great. Overall a nice little staycation!FromUS$141
Very Good106 Reviews
Thunder Bay|6.2km from city center
The location of the hotel is superior, it is very convenient for shopping, eating and traveling, the room is relatively large, the facilities are newer, and the bed is very comfortable. For breakfast, the child ordered a waffle sausage set at the restaurant downstairs (extra charge), but no sausage was served. When checking out, he said he thought we didn't want sausage but we were willing to pay for the set? The waiter's brain circuit is very strange.FromUS$215
5 star
Very Good100 Reviews
Thunder Bay|3.78km from city center
During the epidemic, I took my own breakfast to my room, all the way from Ontario to B C province. The recommended breakfast provided by this restaurant is the best, especially the freshly squeezed juice is really delicious.FromUS$173
Very Good104 Reviews
Thunder Bay|4.97km from city center
There are too many people at breakfast time, and the machine for hot cakes has not worked well. I hope it can be improved. The room is nice and big enough and very quiet.FromUS$157
Very Good106 Reviews
Thunder Bay|2.95km from city center
Z is very convenient, there is a big supermarket, there is a Mongolian fried noodles next to it.FromUS$212
Very Good100 Reviews
Thunder Bay|11km from city center
Great, clean hotel, nice hot tub and sauna, it also has EV charging which is really nice.FromUS$193
Great112 Reviews
Thunder Bay|4.06km from city center
The room is spacious and clean. Stayed for two nights, went out the next afternoon to clean the room, was told that the sanitation had been off work, the room garbage can be collected, more than 2,000 nights, a little unworthy. The bedroom is a bit thin, the air conditioner is very cold, the air conditioner is a little hot, and the child is a little hot and can't sleep well!FromUS$167
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Thunder Bay?
The nearest airport to Thunder Bay is Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT), about 4.9 km away.Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) (146.1 km).
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How long does it take to get from Thunder Bay to the airport?
Getting from Thunder Bay to Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) takes about 7 minutes - 15 minutes.
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How do I get to Thunder Bay?
We recommend flying into Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT), which is approximately 4.9 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Roach's Yellow Taxi / Diamond Lacey's, reaching downtown in about 7 minutes - 15 minutes.
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How many airports does Thunder Bay have?
Thunder Bay has 2 airports: Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) and Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX).