Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW): what you need to know
Kelowna's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Kelowna seven hours behind London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your LGW to YLW flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Kelowna International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGW and YLW:
Vancouver International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight is $946. A return ticket right now is $1,211. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from LGW to YLW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kelowna International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LGW to YLW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kelowna International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% touch down on time at their destination.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kelowna International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LGW:
Arriving at Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
If you're getting in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near YLW:
Explore without limits with a Kelowna International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Avis or Ace Rent a Car and discover more of Kelowna and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Kelowna International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to central Kelowna
Kelowna International Airport to central Kelowna has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kelowna International Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Kelowna. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kelowna International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Kelowna during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to YLW in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 2ºC on average.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kelowna. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum.
Vancouver is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 274 kilometres west of Kelowna. No journey is complete without visiting Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.