- Must visit
Museum of Anthropology at UBC
A leading anthropology museum with Indigenous masterworks and Pacific collections, set in a dramatic Arthur Erickson building at UBC.
Flights from Kelowna, BC to Vancouver, BC depart on average 43 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at kr397 but you can travel from only kr345 by bus.
There are 9 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:35. The fastest flight covers the 168 miles (271 km) distance in 50m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 168 miles (271 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price kr397 |
Flights per day 43 |
Direct flights 9 |
Fastest flight 50m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price on Sep 17
kr1509
Average ticket price on Sep 17
kr3122
Fastest journey on Sep 17
50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 2 m
Flights on Sep 17
43
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Kelowna, BC to Vancouver, BC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kelowna, BC to Vancouver, BC will cost around kr3122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr1509.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 43 flights from Kelowna, BC to Vancouver, BC, including 6 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct flights cover the 271 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 50 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the longest flights will take 1 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4N0540
8P1962 · 8P744
8P1960 · 8P744
8P1532 · 8P104
8P1532 · 8P108
4N0540
WS3567
WS3561
WS3557
WS3559Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kelowna, BC to Vancouver, BC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr622 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr622, while a flight costs an average of kr3065.
Distance: 168 miles (271 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr3065 Average price | kr622 Average price Cheapest | kr385 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kelowna, BC to Vancouver, BC:
A bus is kr2442 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kelowna, BC to Vancouver, BC costing on average kr3065.
Other travel options to Vancouver, BC take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 37m.
The table below shows live departures for Kelowna, BC to Vancouver, BC flights for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8275 | 2:45 PM Kelowna | 1h01 | 3:46 PM Vancouver | 0 transfersDirect | |
WS3565 | 3:10 PM Kelowna | 1h05 | 4:15 PM Vancouver | 0 transfersDirect | |
WS190 · WS127 | 3:15 PM Kelowna | 3h25 | 6:40 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS190 · WS179 | 3:15 PM Kelowna | 3h55 | 7:10 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS190 · WS3275 | 3:15 PM Kelowna | 4h25 | 7:40 PM Abbotsford International Airport | 1 transfer | |
WS3356 · WS321 | 4:30 PM Kelowna | 5h40 | 10:10 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS3389 · WS282 · WS137 | 6:10 PM Kelowna | 6h05 | 12:15 AM Vancouver | 2 transfers | |
8277 | 6:10 PM Kelowna | 1h00 | 7:10 PM Vancouver | 0 transfersDirect | |
WS192 · WS477 | 6:30 PM Kelowna | 3h55 | 10:25 PM Abbotsford International Airport | 1 transfer | |
WS3567 | 6:35 PM Kelowna | 1h05 | 7:40 PM Vancouver | 0 transfersDirect | |
8279 | 7:25 PM Kelowna | 1h03 | 8:28 PM Vancouver | 0 transfersDirect | |
8281 | 8:30 PM Kelowna | 1h00 | 9:30 PM Vancouver | 0 transfersDirect | |
WS3569 | 8:45 PM Kelowna | 1h05 | 9:50 PM Vancouver | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
WS180 · WS107 | 5:05 AM Kelowna | 3h55 | 9:00 AM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS180 · WS473 | 5:05 AM Kelowna | 4h55 | 10:00 AM Abbotsford International Airport | 1 transfer | |
WS3557 | 5:55 AM Kelowna | 1h05 | 7:00 AM Vancouver | 0 transfersDirect | |
WS182 · WS473 | 6:05 AM Kelowna | 3h55 | 10:00 AM Abbotsford International Airport | 1 transfer | |
WS182 · WS109 | 6:05 AM Kelowna | 4h05 | 10:10 AM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS196 · WS113 | 7:50 AM Kelowna | 3h55 | 11:45 AM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS3559 | 8:00 AM Kelowna | 1h05 | 9:05 AM Vancouver | 0 transfersDirect | |
WS526 · WS309 | 9:10 AM Kelowna | 4h50 | 2:00 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS526 · WS315 | 9:10 AM Kelowna | 6h20 | 3:30 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS526 · WS305 | 9:10 AM Kelowna | 4h25 | 1:35 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
8P1532 · 8P104 | 9:35 AM Kelowna | 2h04 | 11:39 AM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
8P1532 · 8P108 | 9:35 AM Kelowna | 4h44 | 2:19 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
8P1960 · 8P744 | 9:45 AM Kelowna | 6h01 | 3:46 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS3348 · WS309 | 10:15 AM Kelowna | 3h45 | 2:00 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS3348 · WS315 | 10:15 AM Kelowna | 5h15 | 3:30 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS3561 | 10:20 AM Kelowna | 1h05 | 11:25 AM Vancouver | 0 transfersDirect | |
WS186 · WS475 | 10:55 AM Kelowna | 4h00 | 2:55 PM Abbotsford International Airport | 1 transfer | |
WS186 · WS3271 | 10:55 AM Kelowna | 6h40 | 5:35 PM Abbotsford International Airport | 1 transfer | |
WS186 · WS119 | 10:55 AM Kelowna | 3h45 | 2:40 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
4N0540 | 11:45 AM Kelowna | 0h50 | 12:35 PM Vancouver | 0 transfersDirect | |
WS188 · WS121 | 12:05 PM Kelowna | 3h50 | 3:55 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS188 · WS3271 | 12:05 PM Kelowna | 5h30 | 5:35 PM Abbotsford International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AC227+ AC8394 | 12:55 PM Kelowna | 8h18 | 9:13 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
AC221+ AC8394 | 12:55 PM Kelowna | 4h02 | 4:57 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
8P1962 · 8P744 | 1:25 PM Kelowna | 2h21 | 3:46 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS3690 · WS3271 | 1:55 PM Kelowna | 3h40 | 5:35 PM Abbotsford International Airport | 1 transfer | |
WS3690 · WS125 | 1:55 PM Kelowna | 3h45 | 5:40 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS3690 · WS3275 | 1:55 PM Kelowna | 5h45 | 7:40 PM Abbotsford International Airport | 1 transfer | |
WS3350 · WS319 | 2:30 PM Kelowna | 4h40 | 7:10 PM Vancouver | 1 transfer | |
WS3350 · WS157 · WS137 | 2:30 PM Kelowna | 9h45 | 12:15 AM Vancouver | 2 transfers | |
WS3350 · WS155 · WS137 | 2:30 PM Kelowna | 9h45 | 12:15 AM Vancouver | 2 transfers | |
WS3350 · WS155 · WS133 | 2:30 PM Kelowna | 8h05 | 10:35 PM Vancouver | 2 transfers | |
WS3350 · WS157 · WS133 | 2:30 PM Kelowna | 8h05 | 10:35 PM Vancouver | 2 transfers | |
WS3350 · WS157 · WS135 | 2:30 PM Kelowna | 7h10 | 9:40 PM Vancouver | 2 transfers | |
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Most Kelowna, BC to Vancouver, BC flights use the Kelowna to Vancouver airport pair. Use this guide to compare Kelowna, BC and Vancouver, BC airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Kelowna is 11 km from Kelowna city centre. Public transport options include:
Kelowna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options are available in the terminal.
Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the airport terminal. ATMs are aTMs are located in the terminal building.
Ticket office support is available at Kelowna.
Available at Kelowna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kelowna: Facilities include ramps and elevators for accessibility.
Vancouver is 4 km from Vancouver city centre. Public transport options include:
Vancouver has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, offering a variety of cuisines including fast food, Asian, and cafes. Top options include Tim Hortons and Hudson's Euro Market.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport, including both domestic and intertiol terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vancouver: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vancouver: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vancouver: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels are available within walking distance, including the Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel located inside the terminal..
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