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Kayak says this Canadian city is the top affordable global destination

Toronto, Canada took the top spot

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Looking for an international summer getaway that won’t break the bank? According to Kayak’s newly released Summer Travel Check-In report, Toronto is your best bet. The travel site analyzed thousands of searches and found that Toronto is the most affordable international destination this season, with average round-trip airfare costing just $331. The average airfare for international flights this summer is down 7% from last year.

Toronto, the capital of Ontario, is a busy, walkable city packed with things to do. You can visit the iconic CN Tower, explore world-class museums like the Art Gallery of Ontario and the Royal Ontario Museum, or catch a Toronto Blue Jays game at the waterfront Rogers Centre. For something more relaxed, hop on a ferry to the Toronto Islands or explore hip neighborhoods like Kensington Market and Queen West.

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Best of all, you don’t have to travel far. The city is just a short flight or drive from many U.S. locations. And if you’re looking to extend your trip, Niagara Falls is only a two-hour drive away.

Toronto isn’t the only Canadian city making headlines for affordability. Calgary, Montreal, and Vancouver also cracked Kayak’s top 10, making Canada the ultimate destination for budget-conscious travelers this summer.

The most affordable international destinations

  1. Toronto, Canada: $331 round-trip
  2. Calgary, Canada: $366 round-trip
  3. San Salvador, El Salvador: $404 round-trip
  4. Mexico City, Mexico: $413 round-trip
  5. Montreal, Canada: $421 round-trip
  6. Vancouver, Canada: $456 round-trip
  7. Cancún, Mexico: $511 round-trip
  8. Nassau, The Bahamas: $543 round-trip
  9. San José del Cabo, Mexico: $543 round-trip
  10. Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic: $548 round-trip
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