YLW - Kelowna International Airport
Kelowna, Canada
IATA Code: YLW · Kelowna, Canada
The airport code YLW is the IATA identifier for Kelowna International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Kelowna Airport (YLW).
Kelowna International Airport (YLW) serves Kelowna, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YLW is the IATA airport code for Kelowna International Airport, located in Kelowna, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.9561°N, 119.3780°W. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- YLW
- City
- Kelowna
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Vancouver
- Latitude
- 49.9561°
- Longitude
- -119.3780°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YLW
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YVE - Vernon | 33 km | $481 | $1/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 57 km | $832 | $2/passenger |
| YSN - Salmon Arm | 81 km | $1,182 | $2/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 112 km | $1,634 | $3/passenger |
| ZGF - Grand Forks | 125 km | $1,824 | $4/passenger |
| YRV - Revelstoke | 141 km | $2,057 | $4/passenger |
| YCG - Castlegar | 146 km | $2,130 | $4/passenger |
| YZZ - Trail | 162 km | $2,363 | $5/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 166 km | $2,422 | $5/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 205 km | $2,991 | $6/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 239 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 241 km | $3,516 | $7/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 253 km | $3,691 | $7/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 256 km | $3,735 | $7/passenger |
| YXC - Cranbrook | 261 km | $3,807 | $8/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 263 km | $3,837 | $8/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 272 km | $3,968 | $8/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 276 km | $4,026 | $8/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 279 km | $4,070 | $8/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 280 km | $4,085 | $8/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 287 km | $4,187 | $8/passenger |
| SKA - Spokane | 289 km | $4,216 | $8/passenger |
| EAT - Wenatchee | 291 km | $4,245 | $8/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 291 km | $4,245 | $8/passenger |
| GEG - Spokane | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| SFF - Spokane | 294 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 298 km | $4,347 | $9/passenger |
| YBA - Banff | 304 km | $4,435 | $9/passenger |
| MWH - Grant County Airport | 306 km | $4,464 | $9/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 306 km | $4,464 | $9/passenger |
| COE - Coeur d'''Alene | 306 km | $4,464 | $9/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 309 km | $4,508 | $9/passenger |
| YWL - Williams Lake | 310 km | $4,522 | $9/passenger |
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 310 km | $4,522 | $9/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 311 km | $4,537 | $9/passenger |
| YGG - Ganges | 322 km | $4,697 | $9/passenger |
| YYJ - Victoria | 328 km | $4,785 | $10/passenger |
| YWH - Victoria | 337 km | $4,916 | $10/passenger |
| YCD - Nanaimo | 339 km | $4,945 | $10/passenger |
| ZNA - Nanaimo | 341 km | $4,975 | $10/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 344 km | $5,018 | $10/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 345 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 352 km | $5,135 | $10/passenger |
| CLM - Port Angeles | 363 km | $5,295 | $11/passenger |
| YPW - Powell River | 367 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
| YGB - Texada | 370 km | $5,398 | $11/passenger |
| PWT - Bremerton | 370 km | $5,398 | $11/passenger |
| TIW - Tacoma | 380 km | $5,543 | $11/passenger |
| YKM - Yakima | 386 km | $5,631 | $11/passenger |
| TCM - Tacoma | 388 km | $5,660 | $11/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YLW Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from YLW
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Kelowna
Kelowna experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through YLW
Traveling through Kelowna in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the North America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
🇺🇳 Canada Travel Tips
Canadian airports serve both domestic and transborder (US) traffic. NEXUS cards can expedite US-Canada border crossings. Winter weather in northern airports can cause seasonal schedule disruptions.
Planning Your Trip via YLW
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Kelowna International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YLW
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to YLW are YVE, YYF, YSN — consider these for potentially lower fares