Big landscapes, easy travel
From the turquoise lakes of the Rockies to Toronto, Niagara Falls and the French-speaking charm of Québec, Canada pairs vast scenery with friendly, easy-going cities. It is ideal for road trips, rail journeys, family holidays and visiting friends and relatives, and we plan the whole trip — flights, hotels, car hire and rail — with one team you can message.
Where to go
Glacier-fed lakes, mountain drives and wildlife, best reached via Calgary.
Canada's biggest city, with the falls an easy day trip away.
Ocean, rainforest and mountains in one city, plus Whistler and Vancouver Island.
Cobbled streets, French culture and excellent food in Canada's French-speaking heart.
Lighthouses, seafood and coastal drives on the Atlantic side, via Halifax.
Culture and customs
Canadians are famously polite and welcoming, and English and French are both official languages.
Two languages. English is spoken almost everywhere, but French is the main language in Québec — a simple “bonjour” and “merci” goes down well.
Cannabis rules. Recreational cannabis is legal, but rules differ by province, and it is illegal to take cannabis across the Canadian border without a permit or exemption from Health Canada.
Drugs and ID. Illegal drugs carry severe penalties, including in airport transit. Keep your passport somewhere safe and carry a copy for ID.
Driving. Driving laws vary between provinces and territories, including whether you can turn right on a red light and whether you need an international driving permit. Watch for wildlife on rural roads.
Winter roads. In winter, highways in Alberta and British Columbia can close for snow or avalanches — check conditions before setting out and make sure your car has winter tyres.
Wildlife and the outdoors. Keep a safe distance from all wildlife, take particular care where bears have been sighted, and follow park rules on storing food.
How far is Canada from you?
Distances are great-circle estimates and flying times are typical, not timetabled. Message us for live fares and routes.
Canada, month by month
Hover overTap a month for average day and night temperatures, sunshine and rainy days.
Long-term averages from national weather services (Banff, Toronto). Actual weather varies year to year.
Ready-made holidays, coming soon
We’re adding Canada packages you can browse and filter by trip type, length and budget. Until then, tell us what you’d like and we’ll send ideas and prices — usually the same day.
Tell us about your Canada trip
Holiday, flights only or just a hotel — send us the details and our team will come back with options and prices, usually the same day during opening hours.
- Flights issued by our own IATA-accredited team
- Internal flights, transfers and tours arranged
- Visa and passport help from our documents team
- One team to message before, during and after
Read the full official entry requirements
See the official GOV.UK entry requirements for Canada.
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Travelling to Canada — quick answers
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Do I need a visa for Canada with a British passport?
Not for short visits — normally up to 6 months. If you are flying to or transiting through Canada you need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) instead, which you apply for online before you travel; you do not need both. Use only the official Government of Canada website, as unofficial sites charge for applications. Your passport must be valid for the length of your stay, and border officers may ask to see a return or onward ticket and proof of funds.
How long is the flight from the UK to Canada?
Nonstop flights from London to Toronto take about 7½ to 8½ hours, and to Vancouver about 10 hours. Air Canada, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic fly from Heathrow; Air Transat flies from Gatwick, Manchester and Glasgow, and there are also nonstop flights from Edinburgh, some in summer only.
When is the best time to visit Canada?
June to September is the most popular time for touring, national parks and road trips, with late September and early October bringing autumn colours in Ontario and Québec. December to March is ski season in the Rockies and British Columbia.
What should I know about the outdoors and wildlife?
Keep a safe distance from all wildlife, take particular care in areas where bears have been sighted, and follow park rules. Wildfires can start in any season and are most common in summer, so follow local warnings. In winter, some highways can close and vehicles need snow tyres.
Can Travel Style book my whole Canada trip?
Yes. We're IATA accredited, so we issue flights ourselves and can add hotels, car hire, rail journeys and tours in one booking — with one team to message before, during and after your trip.
Please note: the information on this page is a general guide, checked when it was published. Entry rules, health advice, weather, seasons, flight routes and local conditions can change at any time and vary from person to person, so we can’t accept responsibility for changes or for decisions based on this page alone. Always check the latest GOV.UK travel advice and official travel health advice before you travel. It is your responsibility to check the entry, health and travel requirements that apply to you before you travel. See our terms and conditions.