Flying from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
A direct flight from Kelowna International Airport to Vancouver International Airport takes 1 hour 1 minute, on average. Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7 — identical to Kelowna.
For the first departure, catch the 05:55 flight from Kelowna International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If you want to go later, the latest flight is at 22:20. With 118 flights every week from YLW to YVR, you can pick the timing that works best for you.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air Canada runs direct flights from Kelowna International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to see the sights in Vancouver — plus maybe even more of Canada if your schedule allows.
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from YLW to YVR, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't required since you're travelling within Canada. As long as you have some other form of identification, such as a driver's license or an ID card, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kelowna International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is Rs13,075. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs21,290. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap flights from YLW to YVR, book your journey 2 months before the departure date.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Kelowna International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Kelowna International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Kelowna. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 48 minutes.
Got an early flight from Kelowna International Airport to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near YLW:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Book a hotel near YVR if you're taking a late flight from Kelowna International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to the centre of Vancouver takes around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 33 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Vancouver. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Kelowna International Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YLW to YVR in December. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
More about Vancouver
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Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are essential stops on your Vancouver itinerary.
There's more than one way to travel to and from Vancouver. Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) is an alternative. Be sure to check out your options for flying in or out of this domestic airport.
Complete your Vancouver trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Vancouver International Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Vancouver.