Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW): what you need to know
Kelowna's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Los Angeles.
To ensure you catch your LAX to YLW flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Kelowna International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LAX and YLW:
Vancouver International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Right now, R 1,085 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,586. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from LAX to YLW, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kelowna International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LAX to YLW.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Kelowna International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from LAX.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LAX? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kelowna International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Consider booking a hotel near YLW if you're taking a late Los Angeles International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Kelowna International Airport rental car and explore Kelowna and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Avis and Ace Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Kelowna International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to central Kelowna
From Kelowna International Airport, Kelowna is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kelowna International Airport is May, while January is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Kelowna based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Kelowna International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kelowna, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LAX to YLW around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Kelowna, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey about 402 kilometres east to Calgary to check off its top sights. From Calgary Tower to Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Canada, head for Vancouver, about 274 kilometres west of Kelowna. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are key reasons to visit.