Flying from Victoria to Kelowna International Airport (YLW): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Victoria's main airports, Victoria International Airport (YYJ) or Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH). Explore your options for booking a flight from Victoria to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) taking off from either of these.
Take off on a direct Victoria to Kelowna International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Kelowna International Airport is located in Kelowna. The city is in the UTC-7 timezone and is one hour ahead of Victoria.
The busiest route is from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW), with 21 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from YYJ to YLW is the 8am Pacific Coastal Airlines option. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 7:45pm with WestJet.
To ensure you catch your flight from Victoria to YLW, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more travellers during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
You can hop on a direct flight from Victoria to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) out of Victoria International Airport (YYJ).
Pacific Coastal Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Victoria to Kelowna International Airport taking off from YYJ.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between YYJ and YLW is Pacific Coastal Airlines.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is WestJet.
Travelling from central Victoria to YYJ takes about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Victoria International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Victoria to Kelowna International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Victoria International Airport, data shows 67.45% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Victoria to YWH in around 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Victoria Inner Harbour Airport the day before your Victoria to YLW flight:
About Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Consider staying in a hotel near YLW if you're catching a late flight from Victoria to Kelowna International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Kelowna International Airport rental car and discover Kelowna and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Avis and Ace Rent a Car are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Victoria to Kelowna International Airport flight.
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. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Rs9,330 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Victoria to Kelowna International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs16,431. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Victoria to YLW, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Victoria to Kelowna International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Victoria to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to visit Kelowna. July is when most people book flights from Victoria to Kelowna International Airport (YLW), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Kelowna is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your Victoria to YLW flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
December has temperatures of between -11ºC and 2ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Victoria to Kelowna International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Kelowna
Start your Kelowna trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Victoria to Kelowna International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Kelowna should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top 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 cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kelowna. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Stanley Park Seawall.
Surrey is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres west of Kelowna. No trip is complete without dropping by Vinoscenti Vineyards, Green Timbers Urban Forest and Queen Mary Park.
