Traveling from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW): what you need to know
Kelowna's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Reno.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your RNO to YLW flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to tour another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Kelowna International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) is a well-known stop between RNO and YLW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
$222 is the best price for a one-way Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $551. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RNO to YLW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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Handy information about Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
The address for RNO is 2001 East Plumb Lane.
83.01% of flights leaving Reno/Tahoe International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from RNO.
Reno/Tahoe International Airport is about 10 kilometers from central Reno. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to RNO? If you're catching an early flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Kelowna International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
If you're arriving on a late Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Kelowna International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near YLW:
Pick up a Kelowna International Airport rental car and explore Kelowna and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Avis and Ace Rent a Car are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Kelowna International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to central Kelowna
From Kelowna International Airport, Kelowna is approximately 14 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
January is the most popular month for flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Kelowna International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Kelowna in May.
The warmest month in Kelowna is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Kelowna International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RNO to YLW in December. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometers east of Kelowna, a trip to Calgary will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum.
Vancouver is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 274 kilometers west of Kelowna. No journey is complete without experiencing Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World.