Superior views
Come explore northern Ontario with flights from Montréal to Thunder Bay.
From the quiet peak of Mount McKay to the uproarious performances of the Magnus Theatre, you’ll find a volume of things to do in Thunder Bay. For those looking to find the best of Ontario’s nature and culture, flights from Montréal to Thunder Bay are the perfect start.
When your flight from Montréal to Thunder Bay lands, start your Northern adventure at Centennial Park. From a cozy chalet pit stop, to a ride on the Muskeg mini-train, to a seasonal sleigh ride, the park offers plenty to enjoy.
Treat yourself to a sweet trip outside of the city, with a visit to Pie Island. Accessible only by boat, this isolated island is a slice of Lake Superior’s untamed, natural beauty.
Get a look into the history of Thunder Bay at Fort William Historical Park. Experience the lives of people in Thunder Bay of the early 1800s, when the city was the largest fur trading post in the world. After your park visit, see the full scope of the city’s history at the Thunder Bay Historical Museum.
Over 1,200 pieces at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery explore the city’s natural setting and cultural heritage. The gallery focuses on displays of contemporary artwork from Canadian Aboriginal and Northwestern Ontario artists, giving you a look into the area’s culture and creativity.
While Thunder Bay has a great food scene to explore, the Persian is one of city’s classic treats that you need to try. If your flight from Montréal to Thunder Bay has you craving sugar, this pink, doughnut-like dessert from The Persian Man is sure to hit the spot.
Your trip to Thunder Bay isn’t complete without a visit to the city’s Little Finland. Boasting the largest Finnish population outside of Finland itself, Thunder Bay is the place to go to grab Finnish pancakes at The Hoito or pick up a souvenir from Finnport. There’s no sweeter end to your trip when you fly from Montréal to Thunder Bay.
Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park
A thundering sight
When your flight from Montréal to Thunder Bay lands, towering falls await just a 30 minute drive away at Kakabeka Falls.
Follow the Kamiquista River upstream, past the 40 metre falls, to find Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park’s main swimming spot. This small beach is a favourite for summer hikers looking to cool off after a trek along the trails. Whether you’ve taken the challenging Little Falls Trail, or the scenic Boardwalk Trail, jumping into the Kaministiquia River is a refreshing end to your hike.
To see more of the park, cycle along the popular Poplar Trail. Along your way, keep an ear open for the various songbirds that sing and live in Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park. If you’re lucky, you might just spot one of the bald eagles that circle the falls during salmon season.
With flights from Montréal to Thunder Bay, find the park’s oldest wildlife at the foot of the falls. Fossils dating back 1.6 million years have been made visible by the water carving out a gorge. These strange organisms date back to a primordial time in the park’s history, and give you a glimpse into the past.
More history is stored within the park in the traces of the trails of the Voyageurs in Kakabeka Falls. Follow the path of the historic routes of Canada’s fur traders along the Mountain Portage Trail. You don’t need to be carrying a canoe to enjoy this trail’s views of the falls and the Kaministiquia River.
On skis, bike, or foot, don’t miss Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park’s towering natural features when you book flights from Montréal to Thunder Bay.
Downtown Thunder Bay South
Something old, something new
With flights from Montréal to Thunder Bay, historic meets boutique in downtown Thunder Bay South.
When your flight from Montréal to Thunder Bay touches down, get right into the city’s local history at the Thunder Bay Museum. This building was previously a courthouse and a police station. You won’t need to be placed on trial or under arrest to see the eclectic collection of this museum. No longer a part of Thunder Bay’s justice system, this museum now serves the city by preserving its past.
The history of the city continues to be an open book in the Brodie Resource Library. Formerly known as the Fort William Library, this building has held Thunder Bay’s books for more than 100 years. As a historic building and a great place to learn about the city, the Brodie Resource Library is an interesting stop when flying from Montréal to Thunder Bay.
Once you’ve seen the older attractions this neighbourhood has to offer, pick up something new. A variety of shops and boutiques carry everything from local artisan designed jewellery and clothing, to art and antiques.
This lively shopping scene is matched by a tasty array of restaurants. The variety of places to eat in downtown Thunder Bay South proves there’s more to Thunder Bay’s food than just the famous doughnut treat called Persians.
From browsing shops to exploring museums in downtown Thunder Bay South, you’re sure to discover something both new and old when you book flights from Montréal to Thunder Bay.
Getting to Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Porter’s check-in desk is located in Terminal A.
Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is about 20 km / 12 mi from downtown Montréal.
Transportation to Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Uber offers services to Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport.
Please allow sufficient time to drop off your car rental before your departing flight.
Taxis to downtown cost about $40 CAD. Car service costs about $50 CAD.
The 747 P-E-Trudeau Airport / Downtown shuttle bus provides service to the airport from downtown. The fare is $10 CAD.
Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) Parking
There are many parking options at Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport in Montréal. Choose from Terminal, Economy, or Indoor parking, with rates starting at $7 for 20 minutes and at $20 for 24 hours. The airport also offers the convenience of ValetParc parking for $42 for 24 hours.
The information and figures above are for reference only, and may not be current. Please visit each airport's website for up-to-date details.
Landing in Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) is about 5 km / 3 mi from downtown Thunder Bay.
Transportation
Taxis to downtown cost about $30 CAD. Car service costs about $85 CAD.
Take the Thunder Bay Transit 3 Memorial / Airport bus from the airport stop. The fare is $2.65 CAD.
Several hotels offer complimentary shuttle bus service from the airport.
Car rental services are available at Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT).
Thunder Bay International Airport Parking
Driving to Thunder Bay International Airport? The airport provides 100 short term spaces at $3.25 per hour and 50 cents for each additional 10 minutes, and 400 long term spaces at $14 per day or $98 per week.
The information and figures above are for reference only, and may not be current. Please visit each airport's website for up-to-date details.
Flights may be operated by Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd or Porter Airlines Inc.
