YLW
Kelowna
Canada
287 km
178 miles
YVR
Richmond
Canada
Distance
287 km
178 mi / 155 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Vancouver
Heading
254°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

YLW YVR
Airport Name Kelowna Airport Vancouver International Airport
IATA Code YLW YVR
ICAO Code CYLW CYVR
City Kelowna Richmond
Country Canada Canada
Timezone America/Vancouver America/Vancouver
Elevation 1,409 ft 14 ft
Coordinates 49.960000, -119.380000 49.190000, -123.180000

Kelowna (YLW) to Richmond (YVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kelowna Airport (YLW) in Kelowna, Canada to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in Richmond, Canada is 287 kilometers (178 miles / 155 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Canada. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 22:19 in Kelowna, it's 22:19 in Richmond.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,395 feet between the two airports. Vancouver International Airport sits lower than Kelowna Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (YVR) to Kelowna (YLW) follows a heading of 71° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kelowna Airport (YLW) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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