Kelowna to Seattle (YLW–SEA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YLW–SEA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines and WestJet lead the route. The flight covers 219 miles in approximately 1h 16m. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines | 10 | E75, E75L | 1h16-1h22 | Oneworld | – | |
| WS WestJet | 4 | DH4 | 1h20 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Seattle from Kelowna
| Metric | YLW→SEA | BLI→SEA | YVR→SEA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YLW | – | 163 mi | 178 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 32 | 145 |
| Flight time | 1h 16m | 0h 55m | 1h 1m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
YLW: MST · SEA: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Kelowna, it's 7:00 PM in Seattle.
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.
Link Light Rail from the airport station (inside the terminal) to downtown Seattle takes 38 minutes ($3.50). No transfers needed; trains run 5am to 1am daily.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown cost $35–55. For Bellevue and Eastside destinations (across Lake Washington), ride-share is faster than Link. Car rentals are in the consolidated rental facility; take the free shuttle from baggage claim. Sound Transit buses serve Tacoma, Renton, and Federal Way.
Marine west coast climate. Winters are mild but persistently grey and rainy (3–9°C). Snow is rare at sea level but can occur December through February, causing significant disruptions when it does. The airport sits between Seattle and Tacoma in an area that receives more fog and low cloud than downtown Seattle.
Summers are famously pleasant (18–25°C) with low humidity and mostly clear skies, one of the best flying climates in the US from June through September. The wettest months are November through January.
YLW–SEA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YLW to SEA
Kelowna International Airport (YLW) and Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines and WestJet. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YLW to SEA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YLW to SEA ranges from 1 hours 16 minutes to 1 hours 22 minutes. The route covers a distance of 219 miles (352 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 32 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via GEG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bellingham (BLI), Vancouver (YVR) and Wenatchee (EAT).