Travelling from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Belize City: what you need to know
Belize City is one hour ahead of Kelowna, where Kelowna International Airport is located. Belize City observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your YLW to Belize City flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
YLW is around 11 kilometres from central Kelowna. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to YLW? If you're catching an early flight from Kelowna International Airport to Belize City, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Kelowna International Airport, 60.54% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Belize City
$430 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kelowna International Airport to Belize City flight. A return plane ticket right now is $1,480. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from YLW to Belize City if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Kelowna International Airport to Belize City is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a sweet deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from YLW to Belize City by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Belize City by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Belize City
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) to central Belize City takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Kelowna International Airport to Belize City. Book one of these accommodation options near BZE instead:
Pick up a Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport rental car and discover Belize City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Budget and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from YLW to Belize City.
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA)
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA) is roughly 2 kilometres from central Belize City. After your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Belize City, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to TZA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your YLW to Belize City flight:
Best time to go to Belize City
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Belize City. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel rates are usually higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit Belize City in low season for a quieter vibe.
Book a Kelowna International Airport to Belize City flight ticket with a departure in September if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from YLW to Belize City in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Belize City
After booking your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Belize City, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Belize City:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Government House, Museum of Belize and The Belize Sign Monument are top sights which should feature on every Belize City itinerary.
Explore more of Belize
Punta Gorda is just one of the many cities in Belize waiting to be explored after you've experienced Belize City. Around 161 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Punta Gorda Central Park of Heroes, Snake Cayes and Garbutt's Fishing Lodge.
Placencia is another essential stop in Belize and is around 113 kilometres south of Belize City. No journey is complete without visiting Laughing Bird Caye National Park, Art'n'Soul GALLERY and Manatee Caye.
