Banff and Lake Louise from Phoenix, 3 – 7 Dec: £566 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, because
- Nonstop on WestJet, 6h 30m
- £23 per person below the highest fare we saw for these dates
- HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel, rated 8.5 by 1,846 guests
The catch: Heads-up for these dates: Ski season; Sunshine and Lake Louise often run into May.
Worth it if you want to be outside all day; skip it if you want to lie by a pool.
Banff and Lake Louise is 4 nights from Phoenix, 3 – 7 Dec 2026. The cheapest round trip we found is £134 per person (WS, nonstop, 6h 30m). Hotels start at £67 a night; Typical highs 22–28°F, lows near 11°F this time of year.
The total, before you go
£566 for two · 4 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, return | £266 |
| HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel, 4 nights, two guests, taxes in | £268 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | £32 |
| The total, before you go | £566 |
| Hold luggage each, return (not in the total) | about £106 |
£23 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
£134 per person, return
£266 for two, taxes and fees included · WestJet · nonstop · 6h 30m
Out Thu, Dec 3, 6:00 PM – Thu, Dec 3, 10:15 PM · back Mon, Dec 7, 2:55 PM – Mon, Dec 7, 5:10 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| WestJet | £134 | nonstop | 6h 30m |
| Air Canada | £156 | 1 stop | 13h 17m |
| WestJet | £134 | nonstop | 6h 30m |
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026, 20:20 GMT-7. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why Banff and Lake Louise
Why we picked it: Banff and Lake Louise is the best value we priced for these dates: $177 round trip, nonstop.
Banff is Canada's first national park, where turquoise glacial lakes, the Icefields Parkway and three ski resorts sit 90 minutes from Calgary's airport.
Weather in Banff and Lake Louise, 3 – 7 Dec
Typical highs 22–28°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 |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Banff and Lake Louise
HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel
£268 for 4 nights, two guests · £67 a night
See roomsHotel Canoe and Suites
£883 for 4 nights, two guests · £221 a night
See roomsBow View Lodge
£363 for 4 nights, two guests · £91 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
Signature experiences
- Shuttle to Moraine Lake for sunrise
- Drive the Icefields Parkway to the Columbia Icefield
- Ride the Banff Gondola up Sulphur Mountain
- Ski Lake Louise, Sunshine Village and Mount Norquay on one lift pass
- Canoe on Lake Louise in front of the Château
- Ice walk through Johnston Canyon in winter
Tours and tickets in Banff and Lake Louise
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Phoenix | Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX), Phoenix-Mesa Gateway (AZA) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Banff and Lake Louise | Calgary International (YYC) |
| Flight time | 6h 30m nonstop |
| Distance | 1,238 miles each way |
| Time difference | +1 hour |
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What 4 nights in Banff and Lake Louise costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | £267 |
| Hotel, 4 nights (HI Banff Alpine Centre - Hostel) | £268 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 4 days for two | £785 |
| Total for two | £1,320 |
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: Phoenix to Banff and Lake Louise
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | £134 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | £134 (16 Oct 2026) |
| Price checks | 2 |
Good to know
- Passport: passport needed: travellers from the United States 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.
Questions readers ask
How much does 4 nights in Banff and Lake Louise from Phoenix cost?
About £1,320 for two: £267 in flights, £268 for the hotel and £785 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Banff and Lake Louise 3 – 7 Dec?
Typical highs 22–28°F, lows near 11°F this time of year
Do I need a passport for Banff and Lake Louise?
Yes. Passport needed: travellers from the United States need a valid passport for Banff and Lake Louise; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
How long is the flight from Phoenix to Banff and Lake Louise?
6h 30m nonstop on WS, on the fare we found.
Is £134 a good price for Phoenix to Banff and Lake Louise?
We have 2 price checks on this route so far, not enough to call a price typical; the route page lists every fare we found and the history builds with each check.
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