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Kelowna International Airport (CYLW/YLW) — Kelowna, Canada

Kelowna International Airport (CYLW/YLW) serves Kelowna, Canada. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (16/34). Field elevation is 1421 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: CYLW
  • Name: Kelowna International Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 49.9561
  • Longitude: -119.377998
  • Elevation: 1421 ft
  • Country: Canada
  • Municipality: Kelowna
  • IATA Code: YLW
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Vancouver
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 16/34

  • Designation: 16/34
  • Dimensions: 2713x61m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 119.600 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700 MHz
  • Operations: 126.700 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 127.500 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Kelowna International Airport operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +1 250-807-4350
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Customs

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Phone: 888-226-7277
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: AOE 30

Fees

  • Landing Fee: CAD 7.00 per 1,000 kg MTOW
  • Parking Fee: CAD 4.00 per 1,000 kg per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: CAD
  • Remarks: Kelowna International Airport. Okanagan Valley wine region. Growing international service. WestJet, Air Canada.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available during standard hours.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: CBSA port of entry. Customs available. Seasonal international charters and scheduled service.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 00:00
  • Curfew End: 00:00
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Noise abatement procedures. Mountain terrain on approach. Wildfire smoke possible in summer.

Airport Services

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Canada Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 2-4 weeks (Non-Scheduled International Licence for charter); 2-48 hours advance for CANPASS reporting
Private / GA Operations:

No permits for private flights. CANPASS or eDeclaration required for customs clearance.

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Active NOTAMs

I3887/26 critical
Only runway closed
RWY 16/34 CLSD. AVBL MEDEVAC AND SKED FLT ONLY WITH 60MIN PN CTC 250-807-4350
2026-07-28 18:05:43 Until further notice
I3886/26 caution
Taxiway lighting closed
TWY F BTN SHELL AEROCENTRE AND CARSON HANGAR 4 CLSD DUE CONST.
2026-07-28 18:00:43 Until further notice
C3271/26 caution
Taxiway restriction
DUE CONST: TWY F BTN SHELL AEROCENTRE AND CARSON HANGAR 4 WIDTH REDUCED TO 26.9FT (8.2 METERS). TWY F BTN SHELL AEROCENTRE AND CARSON HANGAR 4 AVBL TO AGN I ACFT WITH WINGSPAN LESS THAN 53.5FT ONLY. AVBL TO ACFT UNDER TOW WITH WINGSPAN OVER 53.5FT WITH 60MIN PPR CTC YLW OPS 250-807-4350
2026-07-28 17:41:04 Until further notice
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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of CYLW?
Kelowna International Airport operates from 00:00 to 23:59.
What is the tower frequency at CYLW?
The tower frequency at Kelowna International Airport is 119.6 MHz.
What fuel is available at CYLW?
Kelowna International Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does CYLW require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Kelowna International Airport (Canada).
Where is CYLW located?
Kelowna International Airport (CYLW) is located in Kelowna, Canada.
What is the IATA code for CYLW?
The IATA code for Kelowna International Airport is YLW.
How long is the runway at CYLW?
The main runway at Kelowna International Airport (16/34) measures 2713x61m.
Does CYLW have an ILS approach?
Yes, Kelowna International Airport has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 16/34.
Is CYLW a port of entry?
Yes, Kelowna International Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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