Travelling from Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW): what you need to know
Kelowna is one hour behind Fort Mcmurray and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YMM to YLW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
C$183 is the best price for a one-way Fort McMurray International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight. Return flights start at C$359. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YMM to YLW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Fort McMurray International Airport to Kelowna International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM)
Of the flights that depart from Fort McMurray International Airport, 67.22% touch down on time at their destination.
Fort McMurray International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Fort Mcmurray. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your flight from Fort McMurray International Airport to Kelowna International Airport off to a relaxed start. Just a short drive from YMM, spend the night in Travelodge by Wyndham Fort McMurray and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Fort McMurray International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YLW instead:
Pick up a Kelowna International Airport rental car and discover Kelowna and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Avis and Ace Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Kelowna International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to central Kelowna
Kelowna International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Kelowna. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
January is the busiest month for flights from Fort McMurray International Airport to Kelowna International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Kelowna in May.
Book your flight from Fort McMurray International Airport to Kelowna International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Kelowna during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YMM to YLW around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada you should also see. About 402 kilometres east of Kelowna, a trip to Calgary will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like 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 trip is complete without visiting Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.