Travelling from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW): what you need to know
Around 1 hour is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Victoria International Airport to Kelowna International Airport.
Victoria and Kelowna follow the same timezone, UTC-7.
Take your pick of 43 weekly Victoria International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flights. The 08:00 departure with Pacific Coastal Airlines is the earliest available. WestJet operates the last service of the day at 19:50.
Your YYJ to YLW flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Pacific Coastal Airlines has direct flights from Victoria International Airport to Kelowna International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Kelowna — and maybe even more of Canada if your schedule allows.
Pacific Coastal Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Among carriers operating YYJ to YLW flights, WestJet is the most consistent for on-time landings.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Victoria International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight is $116. A return plane ticket is currently $236. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from YYJ to YLW.
The cheapest month for flights from Victoria International Airport to Kelowna International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from YYJ to YLW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Victoria International Airport to Kelowna International Airport.
Handy information about Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
When it comes to Victoria International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.45% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Victoria International Airport from central Victoria, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to YYJ? If you're catching an early flight from Victoria International Airport to Kelowna International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
If you're arriving on a late Victoria International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near YLW:
Travel at your own pace with a Kelowna International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Avis or Ace Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Kelowna and beyond.
Booking your ride from Kelowna International Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to central Kelowna
Kelowna International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Kelowna. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
January is the busiest month for flights from Victoria International Airport to Kelowna International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Kelowna in May.
Before locking in your flight from Victoria International Airport to Kelowna International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kelowna, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YYJ to YLW in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Kelowna. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum.
Around 274 kilometres west of Kelowna, Vancouver is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.