Vancouver to Kelowna flights
Direct and connecting flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Vancouver to Kelowna take?
Flight time from Vancouver (YVR) to Kelowna (YLW) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Vancouver to Kelowna?
Airline availability for YVR to YLW changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Vancouver to Kelowna?
Direct (nonstop) availability on YVR to YLW varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- WestJet82
- WestJet Encore64
- Air Canada40
- KFANo data
- Air Canada JazzNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| WestJet | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| WestJet Encore | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| KFA | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Air Canada Jazz | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Air Canada | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning YVR → YLW
YVR to YLW is a short-haul route of 287 km (178 mi). See the return YLW → YVR route.
Alternative airports near Vancouver: Vancouver (CXH) — 12 km, Boundary Bay (YDT) — 18 km, Langley Township (YLY) — 42 km.
Alternative airports near Kelowna: Vernon (YVE) — 33 km, Penticton (YYF) — 57 km, Salmon Arm (YSN) — 81 km.