Thunder Bay to Chicago (YQT–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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461 mi airlines charter/private
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Thunder Bay to Chicago
Flown by charter / private operators — no scheduled airline service.
461 mi 0h 55m nonstop -1h behind

YQT–MDW has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for YQT to MDW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~4h
Longest
YTZ ~4h 40m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
67
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YQT → MDW
93%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
93%
Arriving
75%
Return
MDW → YQT
63%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
63%
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YQT delays → MDW delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Thunder Bay

Nearby airports with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Metric YQT→MDW DLH→MDW IMT→MDW
Distance from YQT – 171 mi 185 mi
Nonstop airlines – 1 2
Weekly flights – 1 –
Flight time 0h 55m 0h 57m 0h 57m
Departure OTP 93% – –
Duluth (DLH) to Chicago flights · Kingsford (IMT) to Chicago flights · International Falls (INL) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of YQT with service to Chicago Midway International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Chicago is 1 hour behind Thunder Bay.
YQT: EDT · MDW: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Thunder Bay, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
461 mi / 743 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 55m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

YQT–MDW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Thunder Bay to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance461 mi / 743 km
Flight time0h 55m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)Charter / private
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: YQT
Full nameThunder Bay International Airport
IATA / ICAOYQT / CYQT
TimezoneAmerica/Thunder_Bay
Passengers/yr0.4M
Elevation653 ft / 199 m
Destination: MDW
Full nameChicago Midway International Airport
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YQT to MDW flights.
Nonstop flights from Thunder Bay International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport take about 0h 55m gate to gate. The route covers 461 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Billy Bishop Toronto City.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to MDW and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
Chicago is 1 hour behind Thunder Bay.
Nearby alternatives include DLH, IMT and INL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from YQT to MDW

Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

YQT to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YQT to MDW is about 0 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 461 miles (743 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Billy Bishop Toronto City. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Duluth (DLH), Kingsford (IMT) and International Falls (INL).