Airport: Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Serves: Kelowna, British Columbia
Country: Canada
Terminal snapshot: Kelowna International has one main passenger terminal, currently undergoing a multi-year terminal expansion.
Official airport: YLW official airport website ↗
Google Maps: Open Kelowna International Airport in Google Maps ↗
YLW terminal information
Kelowna International has one main passenger terminal, currently undergoing a multi-year terminal expansion. Arrivals, departures, airline functions, car rental and passenger services remain centered on the same airport terminal complex.
Official parking at Kelowna International Airport
YLW provides short-term and long-term parking close to the terminal and also operates a valet service. Accessible spaces are located in the rows closest to the terminal in both the short- and long-term lots. Long-term parking can become busy during peak travel periods, so travelers should check current airport advisories before driving to YLW.
Rental cars and ground transportation
Car-rental services are available at the airport, with rental vehicles located across from the terminal toward the south end of the short-term lot. Taxi, shuttle and other ground-transport services operate at YLW, and accessible transport can be arranged with participating providers when booked in advance.
Passenger services and terminal facilities
Passenger services include free Wi-Fi, shops and food outlets, an Airport Ambassador program and trained Ambassador Dogs that help reduce travel anxiety. The airport also publishes accessibility support and passenger-assistance information.
Accessibility and assisted travel at YLW
Accessible parking is provided close to the terminal in both official parking areas. YLW states that accessible ground transportation can be arranged through a number of rental-car, taxi and shuttle companies, with advance booking recommended.
Nearest airport hotel area and nearby hotels
Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport and Hampton Inn & Suites are in the airport/University District area and are among the most convenient choices for an early departure or late arrival. These nearby properties link to the JustAirportParking hotel booking page so you can check availability for your own dates. Hotel shuttle arrangements, parking packages and rates should be confirmed during booking.
Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Kelowna Airport
Park Inn by Radisson, Kelowna
YLW map and official airport information
Google Maps directions
Official airport website
If you reserve an independent/off-airport parking facility or a hotel parking package, use the separate address and arrival instructions in that confirmation rather than navigating to the passenger terminal by default.
Information source and current-travel note
Official YLW parking, accessibility, shops/services and construction information reviewed August 2026.
Provider-specific parking prices, opening hours, shuttle frequency, cancellation conditions and whether you keep your keys are intentionally left to the live booking result and confirmation because those details can vary by date and facility.
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Frequently asked questions about YLW
What should I confirm before driving to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)?
YLW is organized around a largely single-terminal passenger layout, so parking choice is usually more about walking or transfer time, parking type and total stay cost than selecting between terminals. Check current access or construction notices on the official airport site before you drive in.
What should I compare for a longer parking stay at YLW?
For a longer stay at YLW, compare the total trip price rather than the advertised daily rate alone. Also check walking or shuttle time, covered versus outdoor parking, reservation rules, vehicle-height limits, access hours and the provider’s cancellation terms.
Where should I verify pickup, rideshare and rental-car locations at YLW?
Use the official airport map and ground-transport information linked on this page to confirm current rental-car, taxi, rideshare and passenger-pickup locations at YLW. Curb assignments and construction routing can change, so current airport signage should take priority over older directions.
How should I arrange accessible parking or assistance at YLW?
Check YLW’s official accessibility guidance before travel and arrange airline wheelchair or gate assistance directly with the airline when needed. Confirm that your chosen parking facility and any transfer shuttle can accommodate your specific mobility requirements.
What should I check before booking an airport hotel near YLW?
Nearby examples in this guide include Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport, Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Kelowna Airport and Park Inn by Radisson, Kelowna. Before booking, confirm the property’s current airport shuttle, parking-package terms, cancellation conditions and travel time to your departure terminal for your dates.