Flying from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport (YLW): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Vancouver's main airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Check out your options for booking a flight from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) departing from either of these.
Around 1 hour is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport flight.
Kelowna's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Vancouver. Kelowna International Airport is located in Kelowna.
With 92 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) is the most popular route. WestJet operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from YVR to YLW is with WestJet at 11pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Vancouver to YLW.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) can be booked from this terminal.
Multiple airlines at YVR operate direct flights from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport. The most popular include:
The preferred airline for passengers flying between YVR and YLW is Air Canada.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Air Canada.
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
71.77% of flights that take off from Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to YLW flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations when they should. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
About Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Book a hotel close to YLW if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Kelowna International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Avis or Ace Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Kelowna and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport flight.
Getting from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to central Kelowna
Kelowna International Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Kelowna. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport is R 204. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 729. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Vancouver to YLW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. May is the quietest month to go to Kelowna. July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport (YLW), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Kelowna is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Vancouver to YLW plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
More about Kelowna
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kelowna right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport:
Your Kelowna visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Lake Okanagan, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen Kelowna. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Stanley Park Seawall.
Around 257 kilometres west of Kelowna, Surrey is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Vinoscenti Vineyards, Green Timbers Urban Forest and Queen Mary Park.