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These are the cheapest places to visit in Canada this summer for a budget-friendly trip

These popular destinations won't hurt your wallet. ☀️

​A person paddles on a lake in Alberta. Right: Peggy's Cove in Nova Scotia.

A person paddles on a lake in Alberta. Right: Peggy's Cove in Nova Scotia.

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Summer is just around the corner! If you're looking to see Canada but don't want to spend a lot, you may want to consider one of these domestic destinations that won't break the bank.

Ten Canadian cities have been found to have the cheapest average airfare for summer 2024, meaning you can see urban hubs, glacial lakes, mountains and more on a budget.

In its Travel Check In for summer 2024, travel search engine Kayak detailed the top spots to visit in Canada over the season, as well as the cities where you can get an affordable vacation.

This summer, some of the top places to visit in Canada are also the most affordable. Coming in as the city with the cheapest average airfare this summer is Toronto, with flights costing an average of $366 roundtrip, according to Kayak.

The bustling city provides plenty of things to do during summer, from festivals to parks and islands to explore.

The destination with the second cheapest airfare is Halifax, Nova Scotia, where an economy roundtrip flight will cost you $378 roundtrip, on average.

Located in Canada's "Ocean Playground," Halifax is a cultural hub that combines city life with seaside experiences.

Finally, the top third cheapest destination in Canada this summer is Calgary, Alberta, with an average cost of $389 for airfare.

Home to breathtaking mountain views, the city's proximity to several national parks and historic sites provides endless opportunities for adventure this summer.

Calgary was also found to be the most popular spot for Canadians for summer 2024, followed by Vancouver and Toronto.

Other top spots Canadians were looking to visit this summer include Halifax (4), St. John's (5), Montreal (6) and Edmonton (7).

Cheapest places to visit in Canada:

Here are the top 10 cheapest spots to visit in the country this summer, according to Kayak:

  1. Toronto, Ontario - $366
  2. Halifax, Nova Scotia - $378
  3. Calgary, Alberta - $389
  4. Winnipeg, Manitoba - $390
  5. Edmonton, Alberta - $406
  6. Abbotsford, British Columbia - $409
  7. Vancouver, British Columbia - $417
  8. St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador - $453
  9. Ottawa, Ontario - $486
  10. Montreal, Quebec - $491

If you're trying to figure out the best time to take your trip for good weather, cheap airfare, and fewer crowds, you can also use Kayak's Best Time To Travel tool.

With the tool, you can input your departure city and destination to get information on the best time to visit and the optimal time to book your trip.

Happy travels!

Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

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    • Contributing Writer

      Katherine Caspersz (she/her) is a contributing writer for Narcity Media, covering travel, things to do and more. She has written for various news sites and magazines, including Yahoo Canada and The National Post, and worked as an editor for the Toronto Star and The Globe and Mail. She loves shopping, travel and all things spooky.

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