Kelowna to Denver (YLW–DEN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Kelowna to Denver
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 999 mi 2h 54m nonstop +1h ahead 25 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YLW and DEN, connecting options are available through 25 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YLW to DEN.
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One-Stop Connections
25
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
515
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YLW → DEN
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
75%
Arriving
88%
Return
DEN → YLW
69%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
69%
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YLW delays → DEN delays →

Other ways to reach Denver from Kelowna

Nearby airports with service to Denver International Airport.
Metric YLW→DEN YVR→DEN GEG→DEN
Distance from YLW 178 mi 182 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 5
Weekly flights 1 63 69
Flight time 2h 54m 2h 27m 2h 10m
Departure OTP 75%
Airports within 200 miles of YLW with service to Denver International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Denver is 1 hour ahead of Kelowna.
YLW: MST · DEN: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Kelowna, it's 7:00 PM in Denver.
Distance & Flight Time
999 mi / 1,607 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 54m.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.

Getting from DEN

RTD A Line runs to Denver Union Station (37 min, $10.50) with connections to light rail and bus routes. Taxis have meters; expect $55–65 to downtown.DEN's tent-roof Jeppesen Terminal is a single building; all three concourses connect via the underground automated train. Rental cars are on level 5. For ski resorts, shuttle services depart from Ground Transportation.

Denver Climate

Semi-arid with 300+ days of sunshine. Summers are dry and warm (27–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that produce dramatic but brief delays. Winters bring cold temperatures (−8 to 5°C) and heavy blizzards that can shut down ground operations.

Spring snowstorms can be heavier than midwinter ones. Altitude (5,430 ft) means low humidity year-round; stay hydrated.

YLW–DEN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Kelowna to Denver route.
Route details
Distance999 mi / 1,607 km
Flight time2h 54m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections25 hubs
Origin: YLW
IATA / ICAOYLW / CYLW
TimezoneAmerica/Creston
Passengers/yr2.1M
Elevation1,421 ft / 433 m
Destination: DEN
IATA / ICAODEN / KDEN
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr82.4M
Elevation5,431 ft / 1,655 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YLW to DEN flights.
Nonstop flights from Kelowna International Airport to Denver International Airport take approximately 2h 54m. The route covers 999 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from YLW to DEN. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through GEG, SLC, BFI, SCF, PSP, OAK, SAN, ORD, AUS, CLE, DTW, HPN, IAD, EWR, PHX, YVR, YYZ, SEA, YEG, YYC, LAX, PVR, SJD, CUN and YUL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Denver is 1 hour ahead of Kelowna.
Yes, return flights from DEN to YLW are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include YVR and GEG. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from YLW to DEN

Kelowna International Airport (YLW) and Denver International Airport (DEN) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

YLW to DEN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YLW to DEN ranges from 2 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 999 miles (1,607 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via GEG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Vancouver (YVR) and Spokane (GEG).