Banff and Lake Louise from Los Angeles, Dec 11–14: $1,164 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- The Juniper Hotel & Bistro, rated 8.5 by 946 guests
- Free cancellation at The Juniper Hotel & Bistro
- Typical highs 25–31°F, lows near 11°F this time of year
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 20h 25m in all.
Worth it if you want to be outside all day; skip it if you want to lie by a pool.
Round-trip flights on F9 + WS from Los Angeles to Banff and Lake Louise cost $263 per person for Dec 11–14, 2026 when we checked. Three places to stay start at $191 a night for the 3-night stay. The total, before you go: $1,097 for two, flights and The Juniper Hotel & Bistro with taxes and fees. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$1,164 for two · 3 nights · flights, hotel, taxes, fees & the resort fee
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $525 |
| The Juniper Hotel & Bistro, 3 nights, two guests, taxes in | $572 |
| Resort fee, collected at the desk | $67 |
| The total, before you go | $1,164 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $60 each way per bag on Frontier, $240 for two round trip); 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
$263 per person, round trip
$525 for two, taxes and fees included · F9 + WS · 1 stop · 20h 25m
Out Fri, Dec 11, 12:55 PM – Fri, Dec 11, 10:15 PM · back Mon, Dec 14, 8:00 PM – Tue, Dec 15, 7:05 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| F9 + WS | $263 | 1 stop | 20h 25m |
| WestJet | $312 | nonstop | 6h 40m |
| Alaska | $302 | 1 stop | 7h 7m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 5:58 PM PDT. 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: $263 round trip.
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, Dec 11–14
Typical highs 25–31°F, lows near 11°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Dec 11 | 27 °F | 11 °F | Snow |
| Sat, Dec 12 | 25 °F | 9 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Dec 13 | 25 °F | 10 °F | Overcast |
| Mon, Dec 14 | 31 °F | 13 °F | Snow |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Banff and Lake Louise
The Juniper Hotel & Bistro
$572 for 3 nights, two guests · $191 a night
See roomsPeaks Hotel and Suites
$832 for 3 nights, two guests · $277 a night
See roomsBrewster Mountain Lodge
$625 for 3 nights, two guests · $208 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 Los Angeles | Los Angeles International (LAX), Hollywood Burbank (BUR), John Wayne Orange County (SNA), Ontario International (ONT), Long Beach (LGB) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Banff and Lake Louise | Calgary International (YYC) |
| Flight time | 20h 25m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 1,191 miles each way |
| Time difference | +2 hours |
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What 3 nights in Banff and Lake Louise costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $526 |
| Hotel, 3 nights (The Juniper Hotel & Bistro) | $572 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 3 days for two | $780 |
| Total for two | $1,878 |
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: Los Angeles to Banff and Lake Louise
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $263 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $237 (Oct 15, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $274 |
| Price checks | 5 |
Good to know
- Passport: passport needed: travelers 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 3 nights in Banff and Lake Louise from Los Angeles cost?
About $1,878 for two: $526 in flights, $572 for the hotel and $780 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Banff and Lake Louise Dec 11–14?
Typical highs 25–31°F, lows near 11°F this time of year
Do I need a passport for Banff and Lake Louise?
Yes. Passport needed: travelers 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 Los Angeles to Banff and Lake Louise?
20h 25m with 1 stop on F9 + WS, on the fare we found.
Is $263 a good price for Los Angeles to Banff and Lake Louise?
It is 4% below the typical $274 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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