Cheap Flights to Canada

Cheap flights to Canada — Toronto and Niagara, Vancouver and the Rockies, Montreal's old-world charm and Calgary for Banff and the mountains.

English and French CAD C$ North America Updated 2026-10-19
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Best months to fly to Canada

Cheapest months are colour-coded green; high season (most expensive) is red. Best to book: May, Jun, Sep, Oct. Avoid: Jan, Feb.

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Top routes to Canada

UK origins with the most-searched routes to Canada — click any row to see live prices.

Top airports in Canada

Major international gateways: YYZ, YVR, YUL, YYC.

Top cities

Most-searched destinations: Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary.

About flying to Canada

Flights to Canada are well covered by the major comparison feeds. The main international gateways (YYZ, YVR, YUL, YYC) all have direct connections from one or more UK airports, and onward connections via European hubs (Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Paris, Madrid, Istanbul) often surface cheaper than non-stop options if you're flexible on timing. Once inside Canada, Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary are the most-searched destinations on Exmoway — the route guides linked above include airline lists, typical durations, and best-months strips for each.

Pricing on routes to Canada follows the seasonal pattern shown in the colour-coded "best months to fly" strip above. Green months are the cheaper end of the year — usually outside school holidays, public holidays, and the destination's peak weather window. Red months (peak) can be 50–100% more expensive for the same itinerary, so even a one-week shift either side of a peak window can produce real savings if your dates are flexible. Booking 8–16 weeks ahead for long-haul, or 3–8 weeks for short-haul, generally catches the cheap fare buckets before they sell out.

The currency in Canada is CAD C$, and the official language is English and French. UK travellers should check the visa rules in the "travel essentials" panel below before booking — most visa-free arrangements have a maximum stay limit and may require a passport with six months' validity beyond your travel dates. Local SIMs, ATM availability, and tipping conventions vary by region; we recommend the relevant national tourism board's official guidance for the latest details.

When you're ready to compare prices, the route grid above lets you jump directly into a search from your nearest UK airport. Exmoway shows airline and online-travel-agent prices side-by-side, sorted lowest first, with no booking fee added by us. We send you direct to the airline or agent's checkout — we don't sell tickets ourselves and we don't process payment.

Travel essentials for Canada

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CAD C$
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English and French
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North America
Visa (UK passport)
eTA required for UK passports — apply online before flying

Frequently asked questions about flights to Canada

When is the cheapest time to fly to Canada from the UK?

The cheapest months to fly to Canada are typically May, Jun, Sep, Oct. Search volumes drop and airlines discount fares to fill seats. Avoid peak periods such as Jan, Feb when prices climb 25–60% above the off-season average.

Do I need a visa to travel to Canada?

eTA required for UK passports — apply online before flying Always check the latest official guidance on the UK Foreign Office website before booking — entry rules can change at short notice.

How long does it take to fly to Canada?

Flight times depend on your origin city and the route. Direct flights from London to Canada range from short-haul to long-haul depending on which Canada city you're visiting. Use Exmoway's route search to see exact durations and the cheapest day to fly.

What's the local currency in Canada?

Canada uses the CAD C$. Major UK debit cards work in most cities, but it's worth carrying a small amount of local currency for taxis and small shops outside the main tourist areas.

Which UK airports have the most flights to Canada?

The widest choice of flights to Canada typically goes from London Heathrow and Gatwick, but Manchester, Edinburgh and Birmingham often have direct routes too — sometimes 20–40% cheaper than London. Compare all UK origins on Exmoway in one search.

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Updated 2026-10-19

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