What Does It Cost for Guests to Attend a Destination Wedding?
A Canadian Guide for 2026
Planning a destination wedding is exciting: sunshine, sand, and saying “I do” in a picture-perfect paradise. However, for Canadian couples, one of the biggest questions that arises early on is: What will it cost our guests to attend?
Let’s break it down.
💸 What Guests Can Expect to Pay
For 2026, the average cost for a Canadian guest to attend a destination wedding is starting around CAD 2,200 per person. This can vary depending on:
- The city they’re flying from
- The destination you’ve chosen
- The resort quality and time of year
- Room occupancy (solo vs. shared accommodation)
✈️ What’s Included in the Price?
Most Canadian destination wedding guests book through tour operators, which offer all-inclusive travel packages that bundle:
- Roundtrip flights
- Hotel accommodations (usually for 7 nights)
- Airport transfers at the destination
- All meals, drinks, and entertainment at the resort
- Often, one checked bag per person is included (we have seen this change recently, where it is no longer included unless on a promotion).
These packages are not only cost-effective, but they also make the planning experience seamless for your guests. Everything is booked together, and your guests have a clear price upfront.
💼 A Smart Choice: Booking Through a Tour Operator
Tour operators like Air Canada Vacations, WestJet Vacations, Sunwing and Transat offer group pricing that can lock in rates and hold space for your guests well in advance. This is a significant perk for Canadian couples planning a destination wedding, as flight availability and pricing can fluctuate.
By working with a travel specialist (like us!), we help negotiate group perks such as:
- Free guests after a certain number is booked
- Flexible payment plans
- Price drop guarantees
- Group seating on flights
- Private group check-in at the resort
🏖️ Helping Your Guests Prepare
When you’re planning a wedding abroad, one of the most thoughtful things you can do is communicate guest travel costs early. That gives your guests time to budget and plan.
We also recommend setting up a wedding website (we provide one for all our wedding groups):
- Package pricing per person
- Payment schedule
- Travel insurance options
- What’s included in the package
🎯 Final Thoughts
As you plan your 2026 destination wedding, keep in mind that your guests are likely budgeting at least $2,000+ per person to celebrate with you in paradise. The good news? With all-inclusive tour operator packages and the right planning support, it's easy to make the process smooth, affordable, and stress-free for everyone involved.
If you're ready to get started or want help comparing resort and tour operator options, we’re here to make the entire process simple, personalized, and memorable.
We have two options for you. Book a Free consultation HERE or complete our planning form HERE.
Jayna & Tina