Why go
- City in Ontario, Canada.
- 3 curated must-see attractions on record, including Loch Lomond.
- 1 hand-picked place to stay.
- Served by Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT).
History
Thunder Bay is a city in and the seat of Thunder Bay District, Ontario, Canada. It is the most populous municipality in Northwestern Ontario and the second most populous municipality in Northern Ontario. Its population is 108,843 according to the 2021 Canadian census.
Must-see attractions
Where to stay
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 4 airlines, 9 direct destinations
- Bearskin Lake Air Service JV (SWM) · 5 routes: Fort Frances, Sault Sainte Marie, Sioux Lookout, Timmins, Winnipeg
- Air Canada AC (CRJ, Dash 8-400) · 2 routes: Toronto*, Winnipeg*
- WestJet WS (736, 737-700) · 2 routes: Toronto, Winnipeg
- Porter Airlines PD (Dash 8-400) · 1 route: Toronto
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT); 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: YQT has direct flights to 9 destinations on 4 airlines (incl. Winnipeg, Sioux Lookout, Toronto, Fort Frances, Fort Hope…).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Thunder Bay, Ontario. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.