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Easy Access to the Okanagan Valley
Flying to Kelowna is quick, convenient, and scenic. The Kelowna International Airport (YLW) connects the Okanagan Valley to major cities across Canada and beyond, welcoming over two million passengers each year. Located just 15 minutes from downtown, YLW makes it easy to start your vacation or business trip as soon as you land.
YLW offers direct flights from major Canadian cities, including Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Victoria, and Seattle, with additional seasonal routes from other destinations. Many of these flights take less than an hour, making Kelowna one of the most accessible destinations in Western Canada.
Once you arrive, it’s easy to get where you’re going. The airport offers on-site car rentals, taxis, shuttles, and rideshares, as well as convenient access to public transit routes. Whether you’re staying downtown, at a lakeside resort, or in nearby wine country, you’ll be there in minutes.
YLW features a range of traveller conveniences, including dining options, shops, lounges, and free Wi-Fi. Friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere make it a stress-free start or finish to your Okanagan adventure.
Once you’ve landed, the best of the Okanagan is within easy reach. Head south to explore Kelowna’s wineries and lakefront dining, venture east to Big White Ski Resort for mountain adventure, or drive north toward orchards, farms, and scenic trails.
Surrounded by vineyards, orchards, and mountains, your flight into Kelowna sets the tone for what’s to come: fresh air, natural beauty, and a warm Okanagan welcome.