Banff and Lake Louise from Paris, 3 – 8 Dec: £1,443 for two, all in
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The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Nonstop on WS, leaving CDG 1:30 PM, landing Calgary 3:50 PM
- The fare is $214 per person below the highest we saw
- Elk + Avenue Hotel scores 8.4 from 428 reviews, free cancellation
The catch: Expect real cold, with highs of 22–29°F, lows near 11°F and snow on most days, and a checked bag is about $140 for two, not in the total.
Worth it if you want ski season and snowy mountain views; skip it if lows of 6°F sound like no vacation at all.
Worth it if you want snow: the trip comes to $1,912 for two, all in. That's the flights at $909 plus 5 nights at Elk + Avenue Hotel at $892 and its $111 property fee, taxes and fees included, but not a checked bag or spending money. It runs Dec 3–8, 2026, nonstop on WS from Charles de Gaulle to Calgary.
The total, before you go
£1,443 for two · 5 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £686 |
| Elk + Avenue Hotel, 5 nights, two guests, taxes in | £673 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | £84 |
| The total, before you go | £1,443 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £106 |
£162 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates.
Not in it: seat selection on basic fares and hold luggage (about £26 each way per bag on WestJet, £106 for two return); the resort fee is counted above. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
£343 per person, return
£686 for two, taxes and fees included · WestJet · nonstop · 18h 20m
Out Thu, Dec 3, 1:30 PM – Thu, Dec 3, 3:50 PM · back Tue, Dec 8, 7:30 PM – Wed, Dec 9, 11:30 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| WestJet | £343 | nonstop | 18h 20m |
| U2 + WS | £470 | 1 stop | 40h 5m |
| WestJet | £380 | 1 stop | 21h 55m |
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026, 15:16 CEST. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why now
The fare is $455 per person round trip, nonstop. That's $214 below the highest fare we saw for these dates, and the 12 offers we checked ran from $455 to $669 per person. The whole trip comes to $1,912 for two: the flights, 5 nights at Elk + Avenue Hotel and its $111 property fee, taxes and fees included. That's what we found when we checked, and prices move. Early December is the start of ski season, so Lake Louise, Sunshine Village and Mount Norquay are the draw, plus the winter ice walk through Johnston Canyon. Plan for snow on most days and highs of 22–29°F. It's a short winter getaway for two people who like cold air, warm rooms and the view from the top of Sulphur Mountain.
The kind of trip this is
This is a winter mountain trip: skiing, snowy lake views and cold walks between warm hotel rooms and the restaurants in Banff townsite. It suits a couple or two friends who ski or want to try, and anyone who'd trade a beach for a frozen canyon. You set the pace. You can spend big days on the slopes or the Icefields Parkway and keep the evenings slow and close to town.
Weather in Banff and Lake Louise, 3 – 8 Dec
Typical highs 22–29°F, lows near 11°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 3 Dec | 22 °F | 6 °F | Overcast |
| Fri 4 Dec | 27 °F | 8 °F | Snow |
| Sat 5 Dec | 28 °F | 13 °F | Snow |
| Sun 6 Dec | 26 °F | 13 °F | Snow |
| Mon 7 Dec | 27 °F | 13 °F | Overcast |
| Tue 8 Dec | 29 °F | 10 °F | Snow |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Banff and Lake Louise
We'd stay in Banff townsite, the walkable base with the most hotels, the most restaurants and the Bow River trails. All three of our picks are in Banff, and all three offer free cancellation. Elk + Avenue Hotel is the best value at $892 for the 5 nights ($178 a night). It's rated 8.4 from 428 reviews and is room only, with a $111 property fee that's already in our total. Peaks Hotel and Suites is the top rated at 9 from 560 reviews. It costs $1,199 for the stay ($240 a night), plus $140 paid at the property. Brewster Mountain Lodge is our budget pick and the only one with breakfast included. It's $915 ($183 a night) plus $107 at the property, rated 8.7 from 1,254 reviews. Lake Louise sits closest to the ski hill and Moraine Lake.
Elk + Avenue Hotel
£673 for 5 nights, two guests · £134 a night
See roomsPeaks Hotel and Suites
£905 for 5 nights, two guests · £181 a night
See roomsBrewster Mountain Lodge
£691 for 5 nights, two guests · £138 a night
See roomsAll hotels in Banff and Lake Louise for these dates
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Where in Banff and Lake Louise
- Banff townsite: Walkable base with the most hotels, restaurants and the Bow River trails.
- Tunnel Mountain: Lodges and condos on the hill above town, a short bus ride to Banff Avenue.
- Lake Louise: The Château on the lake and the village below it, closest to Moraine Lake and the ski hill.
- Canmore: Mountain town just outside the park gates with better-value hotels and condos.
- Kananaskis: Nordic spa and lodges in the quieter valley between Calgary and Banff.
What to do in Banff and Lake Louise
- Ski Lake Louise, Sunshine Village and Mount Norquay on one lift pass
- Take the winter ice walk through Johnston Canyon
- Ride the Banff Gondola up Sulphur Mountain for the view over the valley
- Drive the Icefields Parkway to the Columbia Icefield
- Walk the Bow River trails straight from Banff townsite
Also worth it
- Shuttle to Moraine Lake for sunrise
- Canoe on Lake Louise in front of the Château
Tours and tickets in Banff and Lake Louise
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Paris | Charles de Gaulle (CDG), Orly (ORY) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Banff and Lake Louise | Calgary International (YYC) |
| Flight time | 18h 20m nonstop |
| Distance | 4,617 miles each way |
| Time difference | -7 hours |
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What 5 nights in Banff and Lake Louise costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £687 |
| Hotel, 5 nights (Elk + Avenue Hotel) | £673 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 5 days for two | £981 |
| Total for two | £2,342 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Paris to Banff and Lake Louise
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £343 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £343 (15 Oct 2026) |
| Price checks | 2 |
Good to know
- Passport: passport needed: travellers from France need a valid passport for Banff and Lake Louise; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
- Currency: Canadian dollar (CAD).
- Ski season; Sunshine and Lake Louise often run into May.
- You need a passport for Canada.
- Money is the Canadian dollar (CAD).
- Banff is 7 hours behind Paris.
- You land at Calgary International (YYC), and Banff is 90 minutes from the airport.
- December is ski season, and Sunshine and Lake Louise often stay open into May.
Questions readers ask
Is it worth it?
For skiers and anyone who wants snow, yes. You get a nonstop flight, a fare $214 per person below the highest we saw for these dates and a hotel rated 8.4 with free cancellation. If you want mild weather, skip it: lows run near 11°F.
How much is the whole trip for two?
It's $1,912, all in: $909 for the flights plus $892 for 5 nights at Elk + Avenue Hotel and its $111 property fee, taxes and fees included. A checked bag is about $140 for two and isn't included. With $1,300 of spending money on top, the full budget comes to $3,102.
What are the flight times?
The flight leaves Charles de Gaulle at 1:30 PM on Dec 3 and lands in Calgary at 3:50 PM local time. The return leaves at 7:30 PM on Dec 8 and lands in Paris at 11:30 AM on Dec 9. Both ways are nonstop on WS.
What is the weather like?
It's cold. Typical highs run 22–29°F and lows sit near 11°F, with snow on most days of the trip and overcast skies on the rest. Pack for winter, especially for early starts on the slopes.
Do I need a passport?
Yes, you need a passport for Canada. Money there is the Canadian dollar, and Banff is 7 hours behind Paris.
How do I get from the airport?
You land at Calgary International (YYC), and Banff is 90 minutes from the airport.
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