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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Ottawa to Thunder Bay
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Thunder Bay?
If you don’t want to visit Thunder Bay in February, then you should wait until September to fly from Ottawa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 429.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Thunder Bay?
Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Thunder Bay. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 427. The most expensive day to fly to Thunder Bay is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around C$ 528.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Thunder Bay?
Flying to Thunder Bay from Ottawa in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as C$ 424 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of C$ 506.
What is the cheapest Ottawa to Thunder Bay flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Thunder Bay?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Thunder Bay from Ottawa when booking 8 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Thunder Bay for around C$ 464 when searching 8 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Thunder Bay from Ottawa for as low as C$ 402 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Ottawa to Thunder Bay flights?
There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on Ottawa to Thunder Bay flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
Can stopping save me money on Ottawa to Thunder Bay flights?
No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Ottawa to Thunder Bay.
How have Ottawa to Thunder Bay flight prices changed over time?
As of June 2025, prices for Ottawa to Thunder Bay flights are approximately 26% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.
How many flights depart from Ottawa to Thunder Bay on average per day?
As of June 2025, 3 flights take off from Ottawa and land in Thunder Bay each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00p.m., with 53% of daily flights taking off in the evening.
How many flights depart from Ottawa to Thunder Bay on average per week?
As of June 2025, there are 26 flights per week flying from Ottawa to Thunder Bay. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.
When to book flights from Ottawa to Thunder Bay
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Best price found | C$ 186 |
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Fastest flight time | 2h 20m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in Thunder Bay | 1 airport |
How far is Ottawa to Thunder Bay by plane?
Thunder Bay is 1078.9 km away from Ottawa. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 20m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to Thunder Bay Airport?
Prices for flights from Ottawa Airport to Thunder Bay Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ottawa Airport to Thunder Bay Airport?
There are 2 operators available for flights from Ottawa Airport to Thunder Bay Airport as of June 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Ottawa Airport to Thunder Bay Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ottawa Airport to Thunder Bay Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Thunder Bay Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Thunder Bay Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Ottawa to Thunder Bay is De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q (96.28% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Embraer 195 E2 (1.24%), Airbus A321-100/200 (0.83%), and Airbus A319 (0.83%).
What is the most popular airline from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Ottawa and Thunder Bay, the leading airline is Porter Airlines, making up 96% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Air Transat with 4%.
Best airlines flying from Ottawa to Thunder Bay
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Ottawa to Thunder Bay with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom C$ 343 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 288 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom C$ 376 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 396 reviews |
Porter Airlines Flights From Ottawa to Thunder Bay
Porter Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Ottawa to Thunder Bay, operating 13 flights/week on average for this route. A good Porter Airlines flight deal for Ottawa to Thunder Bay starts from C$ 251 round-trip, up to an average price of C$ 337. Our users have rated Porter Airlines at 8.0/10.
Air Transat Flights From Ottawa to Thunder Bay
Across 396 Air Transat reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.8/10. Air Transat flies from Ottawa to Thunder Bay about 13 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from C$ 275 to C$ 393. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?
To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Thunder Bay from Ottawa.
Can I find flights from Ottawa to Thunder Bay with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights from Ottawa to Thunder Bay with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
How can momondo help me find flights from Ottawa to Thunder Bay?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Thunder Bay from Ottawa.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Ottawa to Thunder Bay right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to Thunder Bay, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Thunder Bay from Ottawa and alert you when they change.