Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Kelowna International Airport is 55 minutes.
Kelowna's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Vancouver.
Flights from YVR to YLW start at 07:45 — the first with WestJet. The last service of the day is at 22:20 with Air Canada. Overall, there are 118 weekly Vancouver International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your YVR to YLW flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Kelowna International Airport. Fly nonstop to Kelowna with these carriers and discover this exciting part of Canada:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air North.
The most punctual carrier operating YVR to YLW flights is Air Canada. Its services arrive as planned 74.18% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
22 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 67 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from YVR to YLW.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Kelowna International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Vancouver International Airport to Kelowna International Airport.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
71.77% of flights leaving from Vancouver International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near YVR. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Kelowna International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Consider booking a hotel close to YLW if you're taking a late Vancouver International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Kelowna International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Avis or Ace Rent a Car to explore Kelowna and beyond.
Booking your ride from Kelowna International Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
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.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Kelowna International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Kelowna. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Kelowna International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kelowna, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YVR to YLW in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kelowna. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum.
If you want to check out another great destination in Canada, head for Vancouver, about 274 kilometres west of Kelowna. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are among the biggest draws.