Travelling from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Victoria International Airport (YYJ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Kelowna International Airport to Victoria International Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Victoria's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Kelowna.
You can choose from 43 weekly Kelowna International Airport to Victoria International Airport flights. The 08:10 departure with WestJet is the earliest you can take. Pacific Coastal Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 18:25.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your YLW to YYJ flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Flying into Victoria (and then seeing more of Canada!) is a snap with Pacific Coastal Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Kelowna International Airport to Victoria International Airport.
Pacific Coastal Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for YLW to YYJ flights is WestJet.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kelowna International Airport to Victoria International Airport flight is 39 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 79 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from YLW to YYJ by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Kelowna International Airport to Victoria International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kelowna International Airport, 60.54% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Kelowna International Airport from central Kelowna, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Kelowna International Airport to Victoria International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near YLW:
Arriving at Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
If you're arriving on a late Kelowna International Airport to Victoria International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near YYJ:
Grab a Victoria International Airport rental car and discover Victoria and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Avis are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Victoria International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria
From Victoria International Airport, Victoria is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kelowna International Airport to Victoria International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Victoria in February.
When reserving your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Victoria International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Victoria, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YLW to YYJ around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Victoria has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. Around 97 kilometres north of Victoria, a trip to Vancouver will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.
Around 88 kilometres north-east of Victoria, Surrey is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.