Flying from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport (YLW): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Vancouver's main airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH). Explore your options for booking a flight from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) taking off from either of these bases.
57 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport.
Kelowna's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Vancouver. Kelowna International Airport is located in Kelowna.
With 118 direct flights a week between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) is the busiest route. WestJet operates the earliest flight at 07:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from YVR to YLW is with Air Canada at 22:20.
To ensure you catch your flight from Vancouver to YLW, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) operate out of this terminal.
These are some of the most well-known airlines offering direct flights from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport jetting out of YVR:
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 33 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Want more options for a direct flight from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)? Browse the fares jetting out of Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH).
There are plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from Vancouver to YLW. Compare your options below to see which carrier best fits your trip plans leaving from CXH:
With public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 16 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Vancouver to YLW:
About Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YLW instead:
Getting from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to central Kelowna
Kelowna International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Kelowna. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 48 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport is ₹ 1,756. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 4,764. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up flight tickets from Vancouver to YLW, book your trip 8 months ahead of your planned departure.
To snag the best deal on your tickets from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport, plan your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Travel dates flexible? Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Kelowna, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Kelowna is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Vancouver to YLW in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 2ºC. Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Kelowna
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Kelowna right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Kelowna International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop are popular attractions which should feature on any good Kelowna itinerary.
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