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Kelowna International Airport (YLW) Guide

Kelowna International Airport (IATA: YLW, ICAO: CYLW) serves Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. It is a public airport with scheduled passenger service and acts as a key air gateway for Kelowna and the surrounding Okanagan region.

IATA YLW ICAO CYLW Kelowna, Canada
n/a average Google rating
0 reviews collected
Yes scheduled service

Quick Facts

Core identifiers and coordinates pulled from the airport dataset.

IATA
YLW
ICAO
CYLW
City
Kelowna
Country
Canada
Airport type
medium airport
Scheduled service
Yes
Coordinates
49.9561, -119.3780
Elevation
1,421 ft

Live flights to and from YLW

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Plan your departure from Kelowna International Airport

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Choose a taxi or transfer for Kelowna International Airport

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Plan your route around Kelowna International Airport

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Weather at Kelowna International Airport

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8.1°C

Clear sky

Updated 2026-06-02 04:45:00
Feels like
6.2°C
Wind
2.3 kph
Visibility
21.8 km
Humidity
72%

Map / Location

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Restaurants near Kelowna International Airport

Closest places to eat around the airport, by distance.

Hotels near Kelowna International Airport

Closest places to stay around the airport, by distance.

Airport Photos

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How to get from Kelowna International Airport

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01 Taxi
At Kelowna International Airport (YLW), taxi ranks are located outside the terminal in the designated ground transportation area; follow the taxi/ground transportation signs from arrivals. Use official, licensed metered taxis from the rank, as fares can vary depending on destination, traffic, time of day, and any applicable surcharges.
02 Car rental
Car rental at Kelowna International Airport (YLW) is typically available in or near the arrivals area, with pickup areas generally located close to the terminal. Booking ahead is recommended, especially during busy travel periods, to help ensure vehicle availability and a smoother pickup process.
03 Public transport
Kelowna International Airport (YLW) is served by Kelowna Regional Transit/BC Transit buses, with connections through the UBC Okanagan area to downtown Kelowna and other parts of the region. There is no passenger rail service to the airport, but private airport shuttles and hotel/resort transfers may be available, including seasonal services to nearby ski areas. Check BC Transit and shuttle operator schedules before travelling, as service frequency and availability can vary.
04 Airport transfer
Private airport transfers at Kelowna International Airport (YLW) can be pre-booked for direct travel between the airport and destinations in Kelowna or the surrounding Okanagan region. Some hotels may offer airport shuttle service, so travelers should confirm availability and scheduling directly with their accommodation. Shared shuttle options may also be available, typically requiring advance reservation and allowing for multiple passenger stops.
05 Distance to city center
Distance-to-center data has not been added for this airport yet.

Parking at Kelowna International Airport

Airport parking notes are kept factual and non-speculative.

Kelowna International Airport (YLW) typically offers both short-stay and long-stay parking options for passengers and visitors. Parking rates and availability can vary by season and travel demand, so it’s best to check the official airport website for the most current information before you travel.

Runways & Technical Info

Ready for OurAirports runway and frequency imports.

Runways

16 / 34
8,900 ft · 200 ft wide · ASP
Lighted Open

Frequencies

A/G
PACIFIC RDO

126.700 MHz

ATIS
ATIS

127.500 MHz

EMR
EMR

122.675 MHz

GND
GND

121.700 MHz

RCO
PENTICTON RDO

119.600 MHz

TWR
TWR

119.600 MHz

VDF
Description not available

119.600 MHz

Traveler Comments about Kelowna International Airport

Airport comment summary if available, followed by recent traveler review excerpts.

Review breakdown

5★
523
4★
217
3★
91
2★
40
1★
129

Recent review excerpts

Jilly Collins

2026-05-08 · EN

5/5

Great parking for drop offs and pick ups

Ms Courtney

2026-05-07 · EN

5/5

Renovations turned out beautiful, very easy to navigate

Bharat Mehta

2026-05-07 · EN

4/5

Bit busy & crowded. Courteous staff. No long queue for security

Grey Wolf Inst.

2026-05-07 · EN

5/5

Clean, well organised, easy access 👌

Kinson Lai

2026-05-06 · EN

5/5

Very new and clean airport. Security check is easy

Adriana Ocean

2026-05-05 · EN

4/5

As an aviation enthusiasts I like it, but there is only Air Canada and WestJet models. Needs more variety

Connor Manzuik

2026-05-05 · EN

5/5

No public comment text was stored for this review.

Greg fenrick

2026-05-03 · EN

5/5

No public comment text was stored for this review.

FAQ

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What is the IATA code for Kelowna International Airport?

The IATA code for Kelowna International Airport is YLW.

Where is Kelowna International Airport located?

Kelowna International Airport is located in Kelowna, CA-BC, Canada.

Can I view airport photos before my trip?

Yes. The photo gallery on this page uses traveler-submitted airport imagery when it is available in the review dataset.

Can I open Kelowna International Airport in Google Maps?

Yes. Use the map section on this page to open the airport location directly in Google Maps.

How can I check arrivals and departures?

Flight data is currently unavailable for this airport on this page. Check the airline or official airport channels for live status.

What is the ICAO code for Kelowna International Airport?

The ICAO code for Kelowna International Airport is CYLW.