Airline service is essential to connect travellers with our destination. Tourism Kelowna works with the Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to support its activities and market to travellers in destinations within and beyond Canada. Below, you'll find a round-up of some recent news from YLW.
Alaska Airlines Launches Air Service Between YLW and LAX
Photo credit: YLW LinkedIn Page
Alaska Airlines will start providing daily non-stop, seasonal service between Kelowna and Los Angeles on December 19, 2024.
YLW's recent LinkedIn post noted that this new direct route to LA will attract more tourists to enjoy the Okanagan and its world-class ski resorts. The route will also support the region's other tourism-related activities and the business community, particularly Kelowna's tech sector.
“Alaska Airlines has been a valuable partner of YLW’s for more than 28 years, and we are excited to see the continued growth of direct international destinations provided by the airline,” said Geoff Ritchie, Director of Commercial and Air Service at Kelowna International Airport. “It has been over a decade since we had direct service to LAX, so we are thrilled Alaska Airlines is bringing back this integral route for the Okanagan community.”
Tickets are now available on Alaska Airlines's website.
The airline also provides seasonal service from Kelowna to Seattle, which is expected to return this fall.
Pacific Coastal Adds New Flight Service to and from Kelowna
Photo credit: Darren Hull Photography
In mid-April, Pacific Coastal Airlines, a trusted partner with Kelowna International Airport - YLW for the past 11 years, announced another direct route connecting Kelowna and Vancouver Island. With the addition of the new route to Comox, launched at the end of June, Pacific Coastal now offers three direct routes between Vancouver Island and Kelowna, including Victoria and Nanaimo.
"The announcement of this new direct flight to Comox means yet another link for Kelowna to Vancouver Island, which further enhances regional connectivity and provides more opportunities for economic growth. It also aligns with YLW’s commitment to providing more efficient and seamless travel options to our residents and visitors,” said Mayor Tom Dyas.
More recently, the airline announced the introduction of direct flights between Kelowna and Prince George, which will operate six times a week, from Sunday to Friday, starting October 28.
"The increase in direct routes that Pacific Coastal is offering will improve the movement of people and goods throughout our province," said Geoff Ritchie, Commercial & Air Service Director at Kelowna International Airport.
For more information on flight schedules and to book, visit the Pacific Coastal website.
Learn more about the items above through YLW's News & Events page.
Find construction updates related to the Airport Terminal Building (ATB) Expansion Project here.
