Flying from Seattle to Kelowna International Airport (YLW): What you need to know
Seattle is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) taking off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Hop on a direct Seattle to Kelowna International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Kelowna's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Seattle. Kelowna International Airport is located in Kelowna.
With 15 direct flights a week between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) is the busiest route. Alaska Airlines operates the earliest flight at 9:55am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from SEA to YLW is with Alaska Airlines at 7:55pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seattle to YLW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can find a direct flight from Seattle to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Alaska Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Seattle to Kelowna International Airport leaving from SEA.
Alaska Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from SEA to YLW.
The most reliable carrier for punctuality on this route is Alaska Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 72.97% of the time.
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Kelowna International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
81.27% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of SEA.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Seattle to YLW flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport:
About Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Kelowna International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YLW instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Kelowna International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Avis or Ace Rent a Car and see more of Kelowna and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Seattle to Kelowna International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to central Kelowna
Central Kelowna is around 14 kilometres from Kelowna International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Rs10,769 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Kelowna International Airport. Return flights start at Rs31,945. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book two months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Seattle to YLW.
July is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Seattle to Kelowna International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
May is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Kelowna International Airport (YLW), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Kelowna based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Kelowna is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your Seattle to YLW flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Kelowna International Airport in December when temperatures are between -11ºC and 2ºC.
More about Kelowna
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Kelowna right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Kelowna International Airport:
Your visit to Kelowna should come with a bit of sightseeing. Attractions worth exploring 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 the sights of 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. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Vinoscenti Vineyards, Green Timbers Urban Forest and Queen Mary Park.
