How to get to Canada cheaper. How to get to Canada: flights and other subtleties

When traveling to Canada, in my opinion, the flight is the most expensive item in the budget. It is not possible to get from Russia in any other way. When searching for flights, in addition to the price, I focus on the number of connections and the transit airport.

I almost always prefer transit through Frankfurt airport due to its convenience and relatively small size. Heathrow terrifies me with its distance between terminals, and Parisian Charles de Gaulle has expensive cafes and is often dirty.

By plane to Canada

I indicate all ticket prices in this article on a round-trip basis.

Unfortunately, there is no direct flight to Canada either from Moscow or from St. Petersburg. From experience I can say that it is most convenient to fly from Russia to a major airport in Europe, where you can make a transfer for a flight to Canada. I think this is one of the easiest options.

Transit flights from Moscow

It often happens that the flight may be delayed, then there is a chance that you will not be able to catch the next plane. To be on the safe side, I advise you to fly with partner companies. For example, to get from Moscow (Domodedovo airport) to Toronto, it is convenient to use Austrian Airlines, which has a partnership agreement with Air Canada. The ticket price for the route: Moscow - Toronto starts from 500 USD, travel time will be about 16 hours, depending on the transfer. If your flight is delayed due to the fault of the air carrier, you must be provided with a seat on the closest board to your destination, as well as food coupons if the wait exceeds 3 hours. Another option could be Lufthansa or Air France with a connection in Frankfurt, Munich or Paris. The ticket will cost from 800 USD, the minimum travel time is 18 hours.

Transit flights from St. Petersburg

From St. Petersburg you can get there in the same way: first to one of the major European airports, where you need to make a transfer to a flight to Canada. For example, KLM operates regular flights from Pulkovo to, from where you can fly to Toronto every day, the ticket price is from 500 USD, the travel time is 17 hours. During the transfer (6 hours), you can have enough time to visit, if you have a Schengen visa, I usually do this when waiting for the next flight for a long time.

Transit flights from other cities of Russia

From other cities of Russia there will be an additional interchange point. The capital can be reached by train or plane. In this case, I also recommend paying attention to the contract between the company of your choice with the air carrier with which you fly to Canada. For example, a possible route from Novosibirsk will look like this: - Moscow with S7, - with S7 / LOT (double flight), - Toronto with Lot, cost from 800 USD.

Airfare prices can be compared.

USA transit flights

Another option could be transit through the United States. To do this, you need a transit visa, you need to get it at the embassy. This is the main disadvantage, but if by a happy coincidence you already have an American visa, be sure to consider this option. Major transfer points in the United States are New, Detroit and Philadelphia. Aeroflot operates regular direct flights from Moscow to the USA. From Moscow to Montreal the way looks like this: Moscow - New - Montreal (price from 550 USD). Travel time is 20 hours.

Air carriers to Canada

Direct flights from Europe to Canada are operated by:

• Lufthansa.
• AirFrance.
• Airtransat (summer only).
• Air Canada Rouge.
• Air Canada.
• British Airways.
• Condor and others.

Read about what companies bring from Russia.

Transit points when transferring to Canada

Major transfer airports, the most convenient in my opinion:

• (Frankfurt-Airport).
• (Schiphol).
• (Charles de gaulle).
• (Munich Airport).
• (Brussels Airport).
• (Heathrow, Gatwick).
• (Flughafen Wien).
• (Warsaw Frederic Chopin Airport) and others.

Transit visas

Important information: you do not need a visa to transfer in Schengen countries if you do not leave the transit zone and are flying with the same airline. That is, during the route: - - Toronto no additional documents are required.

If you need to change airport and check in again for your flight, you will need a transit visa. Information about registration can be obtained on the website of the embassy of the state where you are going to make a transfer.

When staying in the United States, you will need to apply for a visa, you can read how to do this.

How to save on a flight to Canada

What you should pay attention to to save on the flight:

• Season. During the tourist peak (summer, New Year and Christmas holidays, school holidays) prices are usually 30-50% higher than usual. Therefore, it makes sense to choose a less busy time. For example, late April - early May in Vancouver is as good as in June, and early autumn in Toronto (September - October) will delight you with a comfortable temperature and a lack of crowds of tourists.
• Choose low-cost airlines to get to interchange points. For example, you can fly to Munich from Moscow by Pobeda for 3500 RUB. At the same time, try to make the transfer at least 3 hours in order to have time in stock in case of a flight delay.
• The ticket price is also affected by the number of transfers and the waiting time at the airport. The more connections and the gap between them, the cheaper. For example, in order to get from Moscow to for 745 USD, you first have to fly to Amsterdam (waiting 5 hours), then to (waiting almost a day, during this time, in principle, you can see the city itself, which is a plus) and then to Vancouver. As a result, the journey will take about 40 hours.
• From my own experience, I recommend buying tickets in advance (at least a month). In this case, there is a chance to buy a ticket at a special rate or choose a more comfortable seat. AirTransat, for example, offers seats with extra legroom for an additional 40 USD. Believe me, you will not regret the money spent for 8 hours of flight.

Arrival airports in Canada

In this part, I would like to elaborate on how to get to the main tourist centers in Canada. I would like to note that it is convenient to travel around the country itself for short distances by bus or train. If you have a driver's license, renting a car is also a good idea.

Ontario (Toronto / Toronto, Ottawa / Ottawa)

There are several airlines to Toronto (Lester B. Pearson International Airport, YYZ) direct flights from Europe:

• Lufthansa / Air Canda from Frankfurt am Main (price from 600 USD).
• Aer Lingus from Dublin (price from 500 USD).
• Delta from Paris (from 800 USD).
• Brussels Airlines from Brussels (from 650 USD) and others.

Russian Aeroflot and some international companies (Lufthansa, KLM) operate regular flights from Moscow or St. Petersburg to these airports.

Only Air Canada from London operates direct flights to Ottawa (from 604 USD). If a direct flight from London does not suit you, you can get to the capital of the country by train (from 40 USD) or by bus (from 20 USD) from Toronto and Montreal.

It makes sense to travel to Toronto by train or bus from Ottawa (Macdonald – Cartier International Airport, YOW) from 20 USD, Montreal (50 USD) or New York state (100 USD).

Such low-cost airlines as Porter and West Jet fly from the USA to Toronto and Ottawa (from 200 USD).

British Columbia (Vancouver, Victoria / Victoria, Whistler Nature Reserve and Ski Resort)

Quebec (Montreal / Montreal, Quebec City / Québec City YQB)

From Moscow to Montreal (Montréal – Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, YUL) you can get from Lufthnasa via Frankfurt (from 481 USD) or from Brussel Airlines with a connection in Brussels (from 490 USD). Airtransat operates regular flights from Paris with budget prices (from 350 USD).

You can get to Quebec City (Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport, YQB) by the same Airtransat from Paris for 450 USD, although the flights are operated only 3 times a month. Therefore, in my opinion, it is more convenient and cheaper to use the direct Orleansexpress bus from Montreal (departure from the airport, price from 23 USD).

Nova Scotia (Halifax, Louisbourg / Louisbourg National Historic Site, Cape Breton Highlands National Park)

From Moscow to the capital of Nova Scotia, Halifax (Halifax Stanfield International Airport, YHZ) can be reached for 553 USD with two transfers in Paris and Toronto, in the summer regular flights from Frankfurt are operated by the budget company Condor (from 550 USD).

Once on the spot, it is most convenient to rent a car to see all the sights of the province.

Alberta (Calgary, Edmonton / Edmonton, Banff Natural Park / Banff)

To one of the richest provinces of Canada, KLM operates a regular flight from Moscow with a transfer in Amsterdam (from 750 USD). Condor offers flights from Salzburg or Munich to Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Edmonton International Airport (YEG) for 600 USD. Banff / Banff Ski Resort can be reached by bus, while the outlying northern areas of Yukon, Nunavut can be reached by local airlines Air Canada or Air North.

When searching for air tickets, it will select the starting point of your destination. Suppose you want to visit and then from Moscow choose the most suitable ticket to one of these cities. And already in Canada, between these points, choose favorable transport: bus, train, plane or car.

To Canada by land transport

Canada can be reached by land from the United States by bus or car. A convenient starting point for the western part (Ontario) will be either Boston with major international airports. The way from Boston to Montreal by bus by Greyhound will take 7 hours 30 minutes, the ticket will cost from 38 USD. I would recommend taking a night flight, the seats are comfortable enough for sleeping. Boltbus makes regular flights to the eastern part, for example to Vancouver, from Seattle for 15 USD, travel time is 4 hours.

But for this you must have a US transit visa, which is not so easy for Russian tourists. In my opinion, a flight to Canada via Europe is the most convenient option.

Canada is a state located in North America, bordering the United States by land (the longest common border in the world), by sea - with Denmark (Greenland) and France (Saint Pierre and Miquelon). The islands of Canada - Baffin's Land, Victoria, Ellesmere, Newfoundland and others. The country is washed by the waters of the Arctic, Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The Canadian coast is the largest in the world (244,000 km).

The highest point is Mount Logan (5951 m).

The total area of \u200b\u200bthe country is 9 984 670 sq. km (the second largest country in the world after Russia), the population is more than 34.5 million people, of which 31% are Canadians, 20% are British, 15% are French, 14.5% are Scots, 13.3% are Irish as well as Germans, Italians, Chinese, Indians, Ukrainians, Dutch, Poles, Indians and Russians. 77.1% of Canadians are Christians (among them 43.6% are Catholics), the rest are Protestants, Muslims, Judaists, Islamists, Buddhists and others. The official languages \u200b\u200bare English and French.

Canada is a member of the UN, NATO, OECD and the G8.

The capital is the city of Ottawa.

Canadian cities

Ottawa is the capital of Canada and the fourth largest city in the country, famous for its festivals of jazz, chamber music, blues. A large number of tourists come to the summer Fringe and Ferrari festival, the spring Tulip Festival, winter - ice and snow sculptures.

Vancouver, one of the main ports in North America, is no less significant. Vancouver has 20 bridges (connecting the city center with outlying areas), three of which are drawbridges. Not far from the city is the famous Whistler ski resort. Vancouver universities are known far beyond the borders of the country.

The city of Quebec, which dates back to 1608, is very popular with tourists. Local residents dubbed their city "Europe in America". In early February, there is a winter festival, an ice sculpture competition, and in terms of festival events, swimming in the snow, canoeing and many other entertainments. And July gathers music lovers from all over the world.

Montreal, the second largest city in Canada, is no less attractive. The visiting card of the metropolis is the mountain of the same name, on the top of which there is a park of extraordinary beauty and a 70-meter Catholic cross. Here you can admire the magnificent panorama of the city from a bird's eye view. Montreal is also famous for its educational institutions - McGill, Concordia, Quebec and Montreal universities.

The city of Toronto ("meeting point") is a synthesis of modern architecture and many parks and squares with unspoiled nature. The city also has a large number of universities and colleges, where a large number of students are educated. And Yonge Street is recognized as the longest in the world (1896.3 km). Statistics claim that Toronto is the most cosmopolitan city in the world - 100 languages \u200b\u200bare spoken here.

The city of Edmonton dates back to 1795 and attracts guests with a large number of festivals. The most popular among them are the Art and Design Festival, Whyte Ave Artwalk, Symphone Under the Sky, Edmonton Folk Music, Taste of Edmonton.

In Canada, you will find a wonderful ski vacation - many resorts hospitably open their doors. The most popular of them are Big White, Silver Star, Sun Peaks, Tremblant, Fernier. All resorts have a well-developed infrastructure, trails of varying degrees of difficulty and lifts are presented, conditions for snowboarders have been created, training schools for adults and children and equipment rental centers have been opened.

Canada has a large number of beaches that have everything you need for a good rest, including equipment for windsurfing and diving.

How to get to Canada

The planes of many European air carriers fly from Minsk to Toronto, making only one change.

Aeroflot Airlines operates direct flights Moscow - Toronto.

You can also fly through the United States, but this requires an American visa.

For purchasing air tickets to Canada, please contact the travel company "Thank you - travel".

Climate of Canada

The territory of Canada is mostly subject to the influence of a temperate climate, in the north - a subarctic one.

Average winter air temperature ranges from -35 degrees in the north to +4 degrees in the south. Summer - from -4 to +21 degrees, respectively. Above the Arctic Circle, “subzero” temperatures are recorded almost all year round.

The amount of precipitation ranges from 150 to 2500 mm per year depending on the region.

Snowfalls and storms are possible on the Atlantic coast in winter, as well as a sharp change in atmospheric pressure.

From May to September, there is a tornado danger in the south.

Canada Accommodation

Canadian hotels are classified as follows:

• T - tourist class - economy class accommodation (hotels and motels)
• F - first class - hotel level 3 *
• S - superior - hotel level 4 *
• D - deluxe - hotel level 5 *

Breakfast is not included in the price.

It should be noted that Canadian 3 * means cleanliness, comfort and good service.

The country is home to both world-renowned world chains and family hotels operating on the Bed & Breakfast principle (bed and breakfast).

An inexpensive accommodation option would be accommodation in guest houses, motels, hostels, university dormitories (for youth), campgrounds and campgrounds.

The most expensive accommodation will be in the Great Railroad Hotels, ranging from $ 150 to $ 400 per night. In family hotels - 45 - 140 US dollars per night, in rural hotels - 40 - 60 US dollars, in hostels - 20 - 80 US dollars.

To travel in Canada, you can rent a trailer (mobile home).

Banks, money, exchange offices

The currency of Canada is the Canadian dollar, which is equal to 100 cents. In addition to paper bills, there are coins in circulation with denominations of 1.2 dollars and 1.5,10.25 cents.

Banking hours:

On weekdays - from 10.00 to 17.00, large banks - from 9.00 to 17.00

Friday - until 18.00

Weekends - Saturday, Sunday

Most exchange offices work around the clock

Currency exchange can be done at specialized exchange offices, banks (no commission is charged), large hotels, airports, railway and bus stations (commissions are usually 1-10%).

Travel - American Express and Thomas Cook's checks and credit cards (Visa, Master Card and American Express) are accepted almost everywhere.

You should not exchange currency at street "money changers" - there may be a fact of fraud.

VAT in the country on goods and services is 7%, in some provinces - up to 15%. In addition, there is a refund of the hotel tax (about USD 5 per day).

For tourists coming to Canada for up to 6 months, an 8% discount program is available. To do this, when making a purchase, you should save the receipt and subsequently send it by mail, which confirms the fact of leaving the country.

Tipping in the country is 10-15% of the cost of services.

Tourist safety

In general, Canada is a safe country to stay, but following basic rules will protect you and your loved ones from minor and major troubles:

• It is advisable to keep documents, valuables and jewelry in the hotel safe
• Beware of pickpockets in crowded places
• You should be vigilant on the outskirts of the city, in the "black" areas, especially in Ottawa and Montreal
• You should not exchange currency "hand-held" - you can run into fraud
• When traveling by car, do not leave valuables in it

No smoking in public places

Transport

Domestic flights are provided by the main carriers: Air Canada and Canadian Airlines. Regular flights operate to all major cities of the country. But the cost of flights is quite high. For example, you can get from Montreal to Toronto by plane (distance - 550 km) for 220 - 250 US dollars.

The rail service is provided by Via Rail Canada and connects all cities in the country. Traveling by train is also not a cheap and time-consuming pleasure (from Montreal to Vancouver, the train travels 80 hours). A 21-day pass with a seven-trip limit will cost approximately $ 1,300.

Bus transportation is dominant in Canada - it covers the entire country and is relatively inexpensive. The bus fleet is modern and comfortable. The main carriers are Coach Canada and Greyhound Canada.

Public transport is represented by buses, metro and taxis. Buses run strictly on schedule. The average fare, for example, in Quebec is 1.45 Canadian dollars for 1.5 hours and 3.5 Canadian dollars for using transport during the day.

Subway trains run in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton.

Taxi services are quite expensive: landing - $ 2.25, 1 km of the journey - $ 1, 1 minute of waiting - $ 0.37. The counter turns on as soon as the passenger gets into the car.

In order to rent a car, you will need:

• International driving license (age - over 23 years, driving experience - over 3 years)
• Credit card

Entertainment, excursions, attractions

The city of Ottawa is famous not only for its festivals; numerous museums of the city are also popular - the National Art Gallery, the Military Museum, the Cold War Museum, the Museum of Civilization, and the Agricultural Museum. But the buildings of the Parliament are the hallmark of the whole country. The Gatineau Park is very popular with tourists, spread over an area of \u200b\u200b35,000 hectares.

In Vancouver, in addition to the magnificent cityscapes, you can contemplate the 47-meter Science World in the form of a dinosaur. It houses the Contemporary Science Museum. An unforgettable panorama of the city opens from the Harbor Center Tower. But you can be alone with nature in the Capilano and Stanley parks (400 hectares of cedar forest), Queen Elizabeth Botanical Park, Van Dusen Garden, and Nitob Japanese Garden.

When in Quebec, be sure to visit the Old Town and watch the changing of the guard. Here you can also go for a horse ride, and enjoy the magnificent city landscape from the ferry. In winter, you can go skiing and ice skating in Quebec, and in the summer you can have fun in the water park. You can enrich yourself spiritually by visiting the National Museum of Fine Arts, Museum of Civilization, Museum of History. The Latin City Quarter is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is worth visiting the Quebec Aquarium, located on the very bank of the St. Lawrence River, and the zoo, as well as the Chute Montmorency Falls, which is higher than Niagara.

Montreal attractions include the Old Town, the Botanical Gardens, Notre - Dame Bonsecours Church and Observatory, 19th century Windsor Station building, St. casino). Very informative museums - Fine Arts, Local History, Archaeological, Humor, Contemporary Art, Memorial, Architectural.

The city of Toronto has a large number of museums - the Arts Center, the Royal Museum (the largest in the country), the Henry Moore Center, the Ceramics Museum, the McMichael Museum of Canadian Art, and the Maple Syrup Museum. The most visited places in the city are the Amusement Complex in Ontario Square, Hyde Park and Queen Elizabeth Park, Toronto Islands Park on Lake Ontario, and the 553 meters high CN Tower. The city is famous for four professional sports clubs and the Sky Dome arena with a capacity of 56,000 spectators. The famous Niagara Falls is located 100 km from Toronto.

The city of Edmonton is interesting in terms of architecture - a special place here is occupied by the Alberta Legislature building built in 1911, where you can swim in the pool in summer and go ice skating in winter. In the Science Museum you can also visit the planetarium and the IMAX theater. In the four glass pyramids of the Muttart Conservatory, you can follow the change of all seasons. The Living History Museum introduces the life and history of Canada, and in the National Park you can enjoy the beautiful nature, watch animals, and play active games. Not far from Edmonton is the famous Calgary winter resort with the Olympic Park and the largest zoo in the country. The famous rodeo takes place here in July.

Cuisine and restaurants

Canadian cuisine was influenced by the traditions of the peoples inhabiting this country (French, Americans, British, Norwegians, Scots and others).

Steak made from meat or fish and fillet - brochette (barbecue made of meat, bacon, mushrooms and onions) are rightfully considered traditional Canadian dishes. You should definitely taste other dishes:

From alcohol - local sorts of beer, of which there are a great many. Canada is also famous for its wines, in particular, ice wine (ice wine) made from grapes frozen on the vine. For the holidays - a drink called "eggnog" - made from eggs, wine and sugar with spices. There are varieties - with rum or milk. Strong alcohol is represented by Canadian whiskey - the lightest of all known varieties

Shopping and shops

Store opening hours:

Monday to Saturday - from 10.00 to 18.00, some - until 21.00

Shops are open longer on Thursdays, less on Fridays and Saturdays, and only small shops and souvenir shops are open on Sundays

The main souvenirs brought from Canada are figurines of police and animals, "dream catchers". You can buy good quality clothes, shoes, cosmetics, jewelry.

Edibles include maple syrup and ice wine (ice wine).

Customs

The import and export of currencies is not limited. Cash of CAD 10,000 or more must be declared.

Allowed to import:

• Up to 200 cigarettes or up to 50 cigars or up to 910 g of tobacco
• Up to 1.1 liters of strong alcohol
• Up to 8.5 liters of beer
• Items and personal belongings - within the needs
• Gifts - no more than $ 300

It is forbidden to import:

• Perishable food
• Weapons and explosives
• Drugs
• Some medicines
• Items and things for resale
• Non-canned meat and dairy products
• Seeds and Plants

It is forbidden to export silver coins over USD 5.

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A trip to Canada is a real adventure, even for sophisticated travelers. Mirrors of lakes, rich wildlife, majestic mountains and mysterious prairies are just a few of Canada's wonders. However, there is one frustrating point - the cost of the flight.

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A trip to Canada is a real adventure, even for sophisticated travelers. Mirrors of lakes, rich wildlife, majestic mountains and mysterious prairies are just a few of Canada's wonders. However, in such a seemingly ideal combination of natural and man-made attractions, ski resorts and unforgettable festivals, there is at least one frustrating moment - the cost of the flight.

Canada is located on the North American continent and is therefore very accessible to US residents. But for Europeans this is an expensive pleasure - the question: “Khow cheap to go to Canadau? " not worth it. Getting to North America for a penny is unrealistic. But you can try to save several hundred dollars on the flight. So.

Budget ways to get to Canada from the Russian Federation

You can only get to Canada from Russia by plane. It is the flight that is the main item of spending on vacation. There are no direct flights to Canadian cities, but you can choose from transit flights. The cost of the air ticket depends on the points and the number of connections, as well as seasonal promotions. One of the most successful routes is via Frankfurt. The local airport is convenient due to its relatively small size. But the flight with a stopover in London, on the contrary, is quite hectic. Due to the vast distances between terminals, Heathrow is not suitable for everyone. Alternatively, consider Paris. But you certainly won't save money here. Just look at the prices at Cafe Charles de Gaulle.

How to cheaply travel to Canada from Moscow

A flight delay is always unpleasant. And in the case of transit flights, this can cause not only irritation, but many problems. To save yourself the hassle and hassle, use the services of partner companies. For example, it is convenient to fly from the capital of Russia to Toronto with Austrian Airlines, which has entered into an agreement with Air Canada, with a transfer in Vienna. Ticket prices are quite "not biting", and the entire journey will be completed in 16 hours. If the flight is delayed due to the fault of the airline, you will still be able to get to your destination without hindrance — the carrier will take care of this, as well as food while waiting for the next plane. There are also options with transfers in Munich, Frankfurt or Paris. It will take about 18 hours to fly, and the ticket price starts at $ 800.

From St. Petersburg and other Russian cities

To fly from St. Petersburg to Canada, you need to make a transfer in one of the European cities. The most popular route is via Amsterdam. If you have a Schengen visa, we highly recommend walking around the capital of the Netherlands, especially since a six-hour connection allows. The ticket price to and from Toronto is at least $ 500.

Residents of other cities in Russia will have to get to Canada via Moscow. That is, there will be at least two transfers. For example, a flight Novosibirsk - Toronto with intermediate landings in Moscow and Warsaw via Moscow and Warsaw airports will cost about $ 800.

Several life hacks to save money

• Travel in low season. The peak of tourist activity in the country is summer, Christmas and school holidays. A trip in November is a great choice for budget travelers. After Thanksgiving in October, there is a lull in Canada. Advantageous offers await supporters of outdoor activities. The most affordable prices at ski resorts are in January and April.
• Look for hotels in small towns. Undoubtedly, Canadian megacities attract with a huge number of entertainments, but it is much wiser to stay somewhere in the suburbs and go to the center for fun. It may not be so convenient, but it is budgetary. Moreover, you get guaranteed pleasure from contemplating the local natural beauty.
• Consider alternative accommodation options. There are special services on the Internet where the owners of apartments and apartments provide their homes in exchange for help around the house or just like that.

If you have the patience to obtain a Canadian visa, enough money for a ticket, free time or vacation, do not deny yourself the pleasure of visiting Banff National Park, enjoying the famous Niagara Falls, and plunge into the bustle of modern cities.

Today we have tried to find an answer to the question: “Khow cheap is it to go to Canada? "... And we did it! Although not as cheap as we would like.

The largest state in North America is Canada. On three sides it is washed by ocean waters. The official languages \u200b\u200bare English and French. The country has 10 provinces, one of which is inhabited by French-speaking residents. Canada is a leader in the export of consumer products. The social system of Canada is recognized as the best in the world. Every resident of the country can count on free secondary education and medical care. Young families visit institutions for children free of charge. It has the lowest crime rate.

How to get to Canada

You can get to the country both from Moscow and from other European cities. Transit air routes that have an Asian and European direction are considered cheaper. You can use rail. But, despite the rather large length of the border zone, there are only three border points. All major cities of the country are connected by bus routes.

Visa to Canada

When visiting Canada, residents of Russia and the CIS must obtain a visa. In total, there are three types of this permit document:

1. Student visa. It can be obtained by those students who intend to study in educational institutions of the country. The minimum training time is six months.

2. Transit visa. It can be obtained by those persons whose path to third countries involves travel through Canada.

3. Temporary resident visa. It can be obtained by those who visit the country as tourists, for a business trip, study (no more than 6 months), or visiting relatives.

To obtain a visa, an approved package of documents is provided to the consulate, and a consular fee is paid.

Transport

The transport system of Canada has 10 international, at least 300 regional airports, 72 thousand kilometers of railways, more than one million kilometers of roads, as well as three hundred seaports. The main part of the transport system is in excellent condition. Driving on highways is permissible at a speed of no more than 90-100 km / h. All car passengers must wear a safety belt. To rent a car, it is necessary that the driver has reached the age of 23 and has not only a driver's license, but a credit card.

The bulk of transportation is by bus. The intercity bus network is very well developed. Almost all transport companies offer a system of discounts for customers. Public transport is well developed. Since the number of passengers is small, buses almost always have free seats.

It is advisable to use a taxi only for short distances, as the tariffs increase with the distance. To get to anywhere in Canada, you can use the rail network. But, despite its modernity and sufficient density, not all local residents use it.

Climate of Canada

Almost all regions, with the exception of the northern regions, have a fairly mild and temperate climate. The rocky regions have a typical mountain climate. The least precipitation falls in the center of the country, and they evaporate rather quickly.

Canadian cuisine

The country does not have its own unique cuisine, since almost all recipes from all over the world are "involved" in it. Canada is a country of immigrants, each of whom has contributed to the formation of the country's culinary traditions. Here you can find restaurants serving a variety of dishes. The most widespread in Canada are Italian and French cuisines. As in many countries, fast food eateries are gaining popularity. Dishes made from meat products are especially revered in Canada. Of all the varieties of snacks, seafood, cheeses, and pates are especially popular.

Hotels

The hotel classification system in Canada is consistent with the generally accepted star rating. But if the hotel has no stars, this does not mean that the level of its quality leaves much to be desired. Breakfasts are not included in the price. Most often, residents dine in cafes located near hotels. The cost of living in local hotels is made up of many factors: the quality and number of beds, the season, the total number of rooms booked, etc.

There are also inexpensive hotels in the country with no more than 5-10 rooms. They are often located in villages. They can count on a morning breakfast.

Shopping and shops

Every year Canada is visited by a huge number of tourists who are aiming for a successful shopping. To buy things at the best prices, you need to go around such areas as Ontario, Alberto. During the Bidsale sale, the price of the item is reduced by 30%. Some courtyards also host regular fairs offering quite interesting and rare items. The biggest sale in the country is held in December-January, when the discount on goods can be 50-70%.

Money

The local Canadian dollar is in circulation among the residents of the country and its guests. To exchange currency without commission, you need to contact the bank. Most of them have a five-day schedule and close at 17.00. If necessary, you can find a bank that performs currency exchange around the clock. In addition to banks with similar operations, you can contact the exchange offices of bus stations, airports, hotels. Credit cards and travelers checks are almost universally accepted.

Beaches

In the southern part of Canada there are many of the cleanest, most beautiful sandy beaches. The best ones are in the province of Nova Scotia. About two dozen beaches are located in the province of Prince Edward Island. Beach areas of Canada offer vacationers a large number of comfortable bays, beaches where you can relax and enjoy water sports. But only three summer months are suitable for recreation here.

This multicultural country is located in North America. It is washed by the waters of the Atlantic, Arctic and Pacific oceans. A technically developed state with an economy based on trade in natural resources.

A plane ticket to Canada is a pass to a wonderful world where a lot of interesting things await you! For example, in the province of Ontario there are many wildlife sanctuaries, pristine lakes, rivers and waterfalls. There are also different ethical groups living in this province.

The capital of Canada, Ottawa is a surprisingly calm, quiet city.

It will be interesting for you to see the Parliament building, the Peace Tower, the Rideau Canal (in winter you can skate on it!), The Canadian Museum of Nature, the Museum of Science and Technology (here is the largest telescope in Canada!), The Congress Center and the Civic Center - here you can buy amazing souvenirs and look at the national art.

The largest Canadian city is Toronto - it is the center of the country's economic and cultural life. Hyde Park, Queen Elizabeth Park, Ontario Square Entertainment Center, Roy Thomson Hull, CN Tower, Ontario Art Gallery await you!

In the province of Quebec there are many tourist centers, ski resorts, beaches - here you can have a wonderful rest!

In the oldest city of Canada, Montreal, you can walk along the J. Cartier Bridge, see St. Patrick's Cathedral, Notre Dame Church, La Fontaine and Dominion parks (there are curious sculptures here), visit the Museum of Fine Arts, Museums of Archeology, History, Modern Art ... Island Park has swimming pools, entertainment centers, restaurants, an amusement park and more.

Fans of sea air and fishing should visit one of the most picturesque regions of Canada - Nova Scotia. The capital of this province has many monuments of religious culture.

This brief overview does not cover the entire breadth of Canada. In almost every province, in every city, you can find something interesting. Enjoy your trip!

Canadian climate

The second largest country in the world, Canada is unusually stretched in latitudes, which, coupled with the proximity of the Arctic Ocean, has significant attention to its climate. Canada has cold winters and cool (humid and mild in some areas) summers. A polar climate prevails in the north of the country; a little to the south, the temperature range is too wide and is rather close to continental; in the west, a maritime climate reigns - here you can feel the influence of the Pacific Ocean.

The average temperature in July is + 18 ° С, and in January - -12 ° С.

Direct flights to Canada

The most popular cities in Canada, with which there is a constant flight connection with Russia, are Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Edmonton, Vancouver, Winnipeg.

Vancouver. Airplanes of Aeroflot, Hainan Airlines, Transaero, Delta, SAS, American Airlines, Lufthansa, British Airways, KLM, Airfrance, Iberial will take you from the capital to Vancouver.

The cost of a ticket from Moscow to Vancouver ranges from 30 to 435 thousand rubles. You can travel from St. Petersburg to Vancouver with Delta, Finnair, Iberial, British Airways, American Airlines, Lufthansa, Swiss, KLM. The ticket will cost you from 64 to 456 thousand rubles.

Toronto. A Transaero plane will take you from Moscow to Toronto. There are no direct flights from St. Petersburg to Toronto.

Ottawa. There are no direct flights to Ottawa either from Moscow or from St. Petersburg.

Edmonton. There are also no direct flights yet, but you can use connecting flights.

Tickets are cheaper!

The Moscow - Ottawa flight is operated by Transaero, Aeroflot, Delta, American Airlines, SAS, Austrian, Swiss, AirFrance, Lufthansa, Brissels Airlines, Iberial, Virgin Atlantic, KLM.

The same companies serve flights with a transfer to Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa, Edmonton and Montreal with departures from both Moscow and St. Petersburg.

There are quite a lot of connecting flights. Here are some of the cities in which you can make a transfer: Stockholm, Chicago, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Minniapolis, London, New York, Vienna, etc. Plan your trip in advance to see cities of interest to you along the way!

On average, a ticket from Russia to Canada costs from 20 to 460 thousand rubles. Special offers from Transaero - your chance to buy cheaper air tickets to Canada.

How long is the flight?

In general, if we take the most significant cities in Canada for consideration, it turns out that to travel you will have to cover the following distances:

Moscow - Ottawa: 7167 km, St. Petersburg - Ottawa: 6535 km.

Moscow - Vancouver: 8210 km. Saint Petersburg - Vancouver: 7646 km.

Moscow - Montreal: 7061 km. Saint Petersburg - Montreal: 6431 km.

On average, you will spend from 16 to 35 hours on the road.

The largest state in North America is Canada. On three sides it is washed by ocean waters. The official languages \u200b\u200bare English and French. The country has 10 provinces, one of which is inhabited by French-speaking residents. Canada is a leader in the export of consumer products. The social system of Canada is recognized as the best in the world. Every resident of the country can count on free secondary education and medical care. Young families visit institutions for children free of charge. It has the lowest crime rate.

How to get to Canada

You can get to the country both from Moscow and from other European cities. Transit air routes that have an Asian and European direction are considered cheaper. You can use rail. But, despite the rather large length of the border zone, there are only three border points. All major cities of the country are connected by bus routes.

Visa to Canada

When visiting Canada, residents of Russia and the CIS must obtain a visa. In total, there are three types of this permit document:

1. Student visa. It can be obtained by those students who intend to study in educational institutions of the country. The minimum training time is six months.

2. Transit visa. It can be obtained by those persons whose path to third countries involves travel through Canada.

3. Temporary resident visa. It can be obtained by those who visit the country as tourists, for a business trip, study (no more than 6 months), or visiting relatives.

To obtain a visa, an approved package of documents is provided to the consulate, and a consular fee is paid.

Transport

The transport system of Canada has 10 international, at least 300 regional airports, 72 thousand kilometers of railways, more than one million kilometers of roads, as well as three hundred seaports. The main part of the transport system is in excellent condition. Driving on highways is permissible at a speed of no more than 90-100 km / h. All car passengers must wear a safety belt. To rent a car, it is necessary that the driver has reached the age of 23 and has not only a driver's license, but a credit card.

The bulk of transportation is by bus. The intercity bus network is very well developed. Almost all transport companies offer a system of discounts for customers. Public transport is well developed. Since the number of passengers is small, buses almost always have free seats.

It is advisable to use a taxi only for short distances, as the tariffs increase with the distance. To get to anywhere in Canada, you can use the rail network. But, despite its modernity and sufficient density, not all local residents use it.

Climate of Canada

Almost all regions, with the exception of the northern regions, have a fairly mild and temperate climate. The rocky regions have a typical mountain climate. The least precipitation falls in the center of the country, and they evaporate rather quickly.

Canadian cuisine

The country does not have its own unique cuisine, since almost all recipes from all over the world are "involved" in it.

Canada is a country of immigrants, each of whom has contributed to the formation of the country's culinary traditions. Here you can find restaurants serving a variety of dishes. The most widespread in Canada are Italian and French cuisines. As in many countries, fast food eateries are gaining popularity. Dishes made from meat products are especially revered in Canada. Of all the varieties of snacks, seafood, cheeses, and pates are especially popular.

Hotels

The hotel classification system in Canada is consistent with the generally accepted star rating. But if the hotel has no stars, this does not mean that the level of its quality leaves much to be desired. Breakfasts are not included in the price. Most often, residents dine in cafes located near hotels. The cost of living in local hotels is made up of many factors: the quality and number of beds, the season, the total number of rooms booked, etc.

There are also inexpensive hotels in the country with no more than 5-10 rooms. They are often located in villages. They can count on a morning breakfast.

Shopping and shops

Every year Canada is visited by a huge number of tourists who are aiming for a successful shopping. To buy things at the best prices, you need to go around such areas as Ontario, Alberto. During the Bidsale sale, the price of the item is reduced by 30%.