Flying from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Pearson International Airport to Kelowna International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Kelowna is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Toronto.
You can choose from 21 weekly Pearson International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flights. The 08:35 departure with Air Canada is the earliest you can take. Air Canada operates the last service of the day at 20:55.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your YYZ to YLW flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Pearson International Airport to Kelowna International Airport, so getting to Kelowna (and then seeing more parts of Canada!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air Canada.
WestJet is the most punctual carrier offering YYZ to YLW flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
ج.م. 2,468 is currently the best price for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight. Return flights start from ج.م. 4,404. These fares can change based on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from YYZ to YLW, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Pearson International Airport to Kelowna International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from YYZ to YLW by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Pearson International Airport to Kelowna International Airport.
Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Pearson International Airport, 63.97% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Toronto to Pearson International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Kelowna International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to YYZ:
Arriving at Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Book a hotel close to YLW if you're taking a late Pearson International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Kelowna International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Avis or Ace Rent a Car and explore beyond Kelowna's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Kelowna International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to central Kelowna
Kelowna International Airport to central Kelowna has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
January is the most popular month for flights from Pearson International Airport to Kelowna International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Kelowna in May.
When booking your flight from Pearson International Airport to Kelowna International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Kelowna, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYZ to YLW in December. Average temperatures are between -11ºC and 2ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Canada waiting to be discovered. Around 402 kilometres east of Kelowna, a visit to Calgary will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum.
Vancouver is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 274 kilometres west of Kelowna. No journey is complete without a visit to Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.