Flights from Canada to these travel hot spots seeing huge price drops in 2026
Planning trips for 2026? You may want to consider travel destinations experiencing steep price drops in flights from Canada.
Global travel app Skyscanner revealed its 2026 Canada travel trends report, showcasing the top destinations for Canadian jetsetters in 2026 and the cultural trends shaping travel in the year ahead.
Travel in this economy isn’t cheap, so the report includes a ranking of the fastest-falling airfare prices to travel hot spots.
“Travel demands amongst Canadians remain strong, with 30 per cent of Canadians planning on travelling more in 2026, and finding the best value destinations is a priority for travellers,” reads the report.
According to Skyscanner, 62 per cent of travellers consider the cost of flights from Canada, with 70 per cent budgeting the same amount or more towards travel. Of those travellers, 58 per cent took into account the cost of accommodations before deciding on a destination. Lastly, 37 per cent of Canadian travellers consider the cost of food and drink.
With tourists prioritizing the cost of flights from Canada, the travel app ranked the top 10 best value destinations. It based the ranking on the percentage price drop for economy class return flights booked between Jan. 1, 2025, and June 30, 2025, for travel throughout this year, compared to the same period in 2024.
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1. Lyon, France: 35 per cent price drop
2. Dublin, Ireland: 29 per cent price drop
3. Seoul, South Korea: 22 per cent price drop
4. Bucharest, Romania: 21 per cent price drop
5. Zurich, Switzerland: 21 per cent price drop
6. Venice, Italy: 20 per cent price drop
7. Ponta Delgada, Portugal: 20 per cent price drop
8. Mexico City, Mexico: 16 per cent price drop
9. Dubai, United Arab Emirates: 16 per cent price drop
10. Marrakech, Morocco: 16 per cent price drop
Skyscanner also unveiled the top 10 trending destinations for Canadians in 2026, based on the biggest year-on-year increase in flight searches.
Guadalajara, Mexico (Shutterstock/eskystudio)
“Canadian travel behaviour in 2026 shows a growing appetite for destinations that balance cultural discovery, coastal charm, and vibrant city life,” reads the report. “From Portugal’s Azores to the Caribbean’s capital cities and dynamic urban centres in Mexico and Taiwan, Canadians are prioritizing warm weather, authenticity, and accessibility.”
1. Terceira Lajes, Portugal: 209 per cent increase
2. Basseterre, Saint Kitts: 170 per cent increase
3. Castries, Saint Lucia: 160 per cent increase
4. Guadalajara, Mexico: 146 per cent increase
5. Comox, Canada: 145 per cent increase
6. Kaohsiung, Taiwan: 122 per cent increase
7. Victoria, Canada: 115 per cent increase
8. Gander, Canada: 105 per cent increase
9. Lyon, France: 99 per cent increase
10. Ponta Delgada, Portugal: 98 per cent increase
The report also shared interesting insights on why Canadians might travel to certain destinations.
“Travellers are planning with greater purpose, shaping trips that reflect who they are and what matters most, at a price that feels right for them,” stated Skyscanner CEO Bryan Batista.
Skyscanner uncovered several key trends that suggest Canadian travellers are driven by a desire for community, authenticity, and new paths of exploration.
One is the “Glowmads” trend, which is travelling to beauty and skincare capitals like Seoul, South Korea.
“Gen Z is pioneering this trend, with 36 per cent planning to seek out beauty
treatments and skincare stores while travelling in 2026,” reads the report.
Another trend dubbed “Bookbound” is for book lovers who travel to places inspired by beloved books or plan holidays around reading retreats.
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“Forty-eight per cent of Canadians say that they have booked, or would consider booking a trip inspired by literature,” stated Skyscanner.
There are also foodies whose first task is to visit local supermarkets in the destination they’re visiting.
“[Next year] is all about exploring destinations belly first, and 41 per cent of Canadians are going to local supermarkets to discover meals, snacks or drinks they can’t get at home,” reads the report.
The travel trends report is based on proprietary data, a global survey of over 20,000 travellers, and industry insights.
For more travel inspiration, check out the full Skyscanner 2026 report.
This story was originally published on Oct. 11, 2025. It has since been updated.