Flying from London to Kelowna International Airport (YLW): what you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Kelowna International Airport (YLW), you'll have your pick of airports to leave from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The timezone in Kelowna is UTC-7, which is 7 hours behind London. Kelowna International Airport is located in Kelowna.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to YLW, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from London to YLW. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
LHR is roughly 31 kilometres from the centre of London. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Kelowna International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from London to YLW, stay in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
About Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Book a hotel close to YLW if you're taking a late flight from London to Kelowna International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to central Kelowna
Kelowna International Airport to central Kelowna takes around 20 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 48 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Rs84,944 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Kelowna International Airport. Return flights start from Rs186,950. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from London to YLW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Finding cheap tickets from London to Kelowna International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when prices fall. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from London to YLW.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from London to Kelowna International Airport. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
July is the busiest month for flights from London to Kelowna International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Kelowna in May when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from London to YLW for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kelowna to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Travel in December if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -11ºC and 2ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Kelowna International Airport.
More about Kelowna
After booking your flight from London to Kelowna International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kelowna:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Kelowna is to check out its leading attractions. Essential stops include Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop.
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