Travelling from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is 14 hours ahead of Kelowna, where Kelowna International Airport is located. Bangkok operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from YLW to Bangkok. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You will need an e-visa for Thailand if you hold a passport from Canada and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Kelowna International Airport to Bangkok, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
YLW is about 14 kilometres from central Kelowna. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 48 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Bangkok
$799 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Kelowna International Airport to Bangkok. A return flight starts from $1,557. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YLW to Bangkok if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Kelowna International Airport to Bangkok is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok takes about 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Kelowna International Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. Once you've disembarked your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near DMK. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from YLW to Bangkok at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the busiest month for flights from Kelowna International Airport to Bangkok. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Bangkok in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Kelowna International Airport to Bangkok in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from YLW to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Bangkok, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Bangkok must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Wat Phra Kaew.
Complete your Bangkok trip with a car rental
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