MSP
Minneapolis
United States
489 km
304 miles
YQT
Thunder Bay
Canada
Distance
489 km
304 mi / 264 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
36°
northeast

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MSP YQT
Airport Name Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport Thunder Bay Airport
IATA Code MSP YQT
ICAO Code KMSP CYQT
City Minneapolis Thunder Bay
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Chicago America/Thunder_Bay
Elevation 842 ft 653 ft
Coordinates 44.880000, -93.220000 48.370000, -89.320000

Minneapolis (MSP) to Thunder Bay (YQT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Thunder Bay Airport (YQT) in Thunder Bay, Canada is 489 kilometers (304 miles / 264 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:43 in Minneapolis, it's 14:43 in Thunder Bay.

The return flight from Thunder Bay (YQT) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 219° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) and Thunder Bay Airport (YQT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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