Flying from New York to Kelowna International Airport (YLW): What you need to know
Organising your flight from New York to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) begins with finding the best airport to jet off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.
The timezone in Kelowna is UTC-7, which is three hours behind New York. Kelowna International Airport is located in Kelowna.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from New York to YLW.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to YLW departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to Kelowna International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Kelowna International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Newark Liberty International Airport and YLW:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your New York to YLW flight? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
73.3% of all departures from Newark Liberty International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
When booking your plane ticket from New York to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA), you have stopover options to choose from. Make a pit stop at Pearson International Airport (YYZ), one of the most popular transit hubs on this route.
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour or so on public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your New York to Kelowna International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out early:
LGA has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so there's a high chance your flight will stay on schedule and reach your final stop as expected.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Have a late flight from New York to Kelowna International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near YLW and turn out the lights sooner:
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Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week ahead of your New York to Kelowna International Airport flight.
Getting from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to central Kelowna
Kelowna International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Kelowna. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Right now, 96 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Kelowna International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 258 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to YLW if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your New York to Kelowna International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from New York to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
July is the most popular month for flights from New York to Kelowna International Airport (YLW). Visit Kelowna in May for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your New York to YLW plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Kelowna, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
December sees temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to Kelowna International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Kelowna
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Kelowna International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kelowna:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Lake Okanagan, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park are must-visits when exploring Kelowna.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. Around 274 kilometres west of Kelowna, a trip to Vancouver will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Stanley Park Seawall.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Canada, consider Surrey, roughly 257 kilometres west of Kelowna. Vinoscenti Vineyards, Green Timbers Urban Forest and Queen Mary Park are key highlights.