Thunder Bay International Airport — Thunder Bay, Canada
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Thunder Bay International Airport (Thunder Bay) is YQT — its ICAO code is CYQT.
Distance & flight time from YQT
Thunder Bay International Airport
Thunder Bay International Airport, identified as YQT, is the largest airport in northwestern Ontario, serving the city of Thunder Bay on the shores of Lake Superior. YQT offers scheduled flights to Toronto, Winnipeg, and other regional destinations, supporting the area's forestry, mining, and shipping industries. The airport's substantial runway and terminal facilities allow it to handle both commercial jets and general aviation traffic, including flights bound for remote northern communities. As a key transportation hub bridging northern Ontario with the rest of the province, Thunder Bay International Airport plays an outsized role given the region's vast geography.
Runways at Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 7318 ft (2231 m) | 200 ft (61 m) | ASP |
| 12/30 | 5297 ft (1615 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 119.2 MHz |
| A/G | MF | 118.1 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.8 MHz |
| CNTR | WINNIPEG CNTR | 132.125 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| RCO | WINNIPEG RDO | 122.5 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.1 MHz |
Airports near Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT)
- Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) — 147.6 km (91.7 mi)
- Atikokan Municipal Airport (YIB) — 176.1 km (109.4 mi)
- Ely Municipal Airport (LYU) — 195.8 km (121.7 mi)
- Ignace Municipal Airport (ZUC) — 210.9 km (131.0 mi)
- Armstrong Airport (YYW) — 215.4 km (133.8 mi)
- Marathon Airport (YSP) — 223.3 km (138.8 mi)
- Geraldton Greenstone Regional Airport (YGQ) — 233.7 km (145.2 mi)
- Manitouwadge Airport (YMG) — 266.0 km (165.3 mi)
Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) is northwestern Ontario's largest air hub, connecting Lake Superior's shipping and forestry region to Toronto, Winnipeg, and remote northern communities.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Thunder Bay International Airport?
The IATA code for Thunder Bay International Airport is YQT.
What is the ICAO code for Thunder Bay International Airport?
The ICAO code for Thunder Bay International Airport is CYQT. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.