20 Inexpensive Trips to Take From Canada Now

With the price of plane tickets, is it still worth travelling outside of Canada? Surprisingly, yes: according to Cheapflights Canada’s 2017 Compass Report, which compares the average cost of round-trip tickets from Calgary, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver and Winnipeg, it’s often cheaper to fly out of Canada than within the country.

These are the 20 cheapest international destinations to fly to, with round-trip prices in Canadian dollars and including taxes.

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20. Mexico City, Mexico

Flying to Mexico’s capital costs an average of $592. The huge city, one of the world’s most populated, has something for everyone, with museums and galleries, ancient ruins and a great shopping and dining scene.

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19. New Orleans, Louisiana

The Big Easy is one of the more affordable destinations in the United States and getting here costs an average of $586. New Orleans is an especially good option for music lovers and foodies.

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18. San José, Costa Rica

Getting to Costa Rica’s capital will set you back an average of $585. San José is home to some interesting museums and beautiful colonial architecture and is the hub from where to reach Costa Rica’s famed ecotourism destinations.

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17. Guatemala City, Guatemala

A round-trip ticket to Guatemala City costs $584 on average. While most travellers use Guatemala City only as a stop-off point for getting to the country’s more famous attractions, the capital has plenty to offer, including fascinating museums and a vibrant arts scene.

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16. San Francisco, California

For only $562 round trip, you can have the Golden Gate Bridge, clanging streetcars and steep hills lined with the Victorian houses of San Francisco close by. The city is a fantastic option if you’re looking for diversity and open-mindedness.

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15. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Puerto Vallarta is known for its beaches and is increasingly popular as a destination for medical tourism. The average round-trip ticket here costs $560.

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14. Miami, Florida

The beaches, Latin flavour, exciting nightlife and gourmet scene of Miami are only a $530 round-trip ticket away. For celeb spotting, head to the mansions of Star Island.

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13. Las Vegas, Nevada

A round-trip ticket to Vegas costs an average of $524. The main things to do here are to try your luck at the slot machines or to get married by an Elvis impersonator while a great day trip is a visit to nearby Hoover Dam.

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12. San Diego, California

Laid-back San Diego is well-known for its zoo and aquariums, surf scene and the fact that the wild nightlife of Tijuana is less than an hour away, just across the border. Getting here will cost you an average of $518.

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11. Phoenix, Arizona

The average round-trip ticket to Phoenix costs $510. The sunny and hot desert climate makes this city in the American Southwest an attractive option for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.

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10. Los Angeles, California

A round-trip ticket to La La Land will set you back an average of $502. There are many things to do in the city, including celeb spotting in Hollywood or strutting your stuff in Venice Beach.

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9. San Juan, Puerto Rico

With the average plane ticket costing $483, Puerto Rico is the cheapest Caribbean destination to get to. Explore the treasures of Old San Juan, visit the Bacardi Rum Factory or simply laze on the beach.

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8. Tampa, Florida

The average round-trip ticket to Tampa is $481. The city on Florida’s west coast is a great option if you’re looking for an active holiday with sunny days on the beach or golf course.

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7. Orlando, Florida

It will cost you only an average of $478 to get to Orlando. The city is famous for its nearby theme parks, including Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando and Universal Orlando Resort.

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6. Cancún, Mexico

Mexico is one of the cheapest destinations for 2017 and Cancún makes a great base from which to explore the Mayan Riviera. A round-trip ticket here costs an average of $476.

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5. Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Getting to the beaches of Fort Lauderdale will set you back an average of $470. The city is conveniently located between Palm Beach and Miami and the Everglades make for a fascinating day trip.

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4. Chicago, Illinois

Flying to Chicago costs an average of $442. Here you can admire the striking architecture, enjoy the hopping nightlife and discover the joys of the authentic Chicago deep dish pizza.

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3. Washington, DC

A trip to the US capital costs $424 on average. Washington DC is home to many of the nation’s best museums, including the museums of the Smithsonian Institution and the intriguing International Spy Museum.

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2. Boston, Massachusetts

Flying from Canada to Boston costs an average of $375. There are many things to do in this historic city, like catching a Red Sox game at Fenway Park and having a pint at the Bull & Finch Pub, which inspired the popular sitcom Cheers.

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1. New York, New York

The average round-trip ticket to the Big Apple costs a mere $348, so there’s no reason not to pack your bags and sing along: "Start spreadin’ the news, I’m leaving today …"