Edmonton to Kelowna flight pathYEGYLW

Sit on the right side of the plane

Reverse

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Flight time1h 10m
Distance340
Heading229° → 225°

Edmonton to Kelowna is 340 miles (547 km), a flight of about 1 hour 10 minutes.

Best side
Right
★ 2.5 left·★ 4.0 right

The right side captures the transition from prairie to the Canadian Rockies and Columbia Mountains during cruise, then delivers a dramatic lake-and-mountain approach into Kelowna, while the left side mostly shows the trailing edge of ranges and open valley terrain with less definition.

Takeoff · YEGRIGHTNorth Saskatchewan River valley, Edmonton's outer suburbs, distant foothills haze on the horizon
Landing · YLWRIGHTOkanagan Lake, Kelowna waterfront and downtown towers, Knox Mountain

Flight Path

Flight path overview

Columbia Mountains and the Monashee Range, with glimpses of the Kootenay and Selkirk foothills as the route threads through mountain valleys before descending into the Okanagan Valley

Great circle distance and headings ›

Phase by phase

Takeoff from YEG

RIGHT

Departing YEG southwest-bound, the right side faces northwest toward the Canadian Rockies foothills as they rise into view, while the left side shows only the flat farmland south of Edmonton.

North Saskatchewan River valleyEdmonton's outer suburbsdistant foothills haze on the horizon

Landing at YLW

RIGHT

On approach to YLW's runway 34, the aircraft descends southbound along the Okanagan Valley, and the right side (west-facing) offers clear views of Okanagan Lake, the surrounding mountain slopes, and Kelowna's waterfront skyline.

Okanagan LakeKelowna waterfront and downtown towersKnox Mountainsurrounding Monashee foothills

Will your flight be in sunlight?

Pick a date and time in the Sun Map to watch the sun move across your whole flight.

About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Edmonton International (YEG) to Kelowna (YLW)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Edmonton to Kelowna. The right side captures the transition from prairie to the Canadian Rockies and Columbia Mountains during cruise, then delivers a dramatic lake-and-mountain approach into Kelowna, while the left side mostly shows the trailing edge of ranges and open valley terrain with less definition.

What can I see during takeoff from Edmonton International in Edmonton?

During takeoff from Edmonton International (YEG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing YEG southwest-bound, the right side faces northwest toward the Canadian Rockies foothills as they rise into view, while the left side shows only the flat farmland south of Edmonton. Notable sights include: North Saskatchewan River valley, Edmonton's outer suburbs, distant foothills haze on the horizon.

What can I see when landing at Kelowna in Kelowna?

When landing at Kelowna (YLW), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to YLW's runway 34, the aircraft descends southbound along the Okanagan Valley, and the right side (west-facing) offers clear views of Okanagan Lake, the surrounding mountain slopes, and Kelowna's waterfront skyline. Notable sights include: Okanagan Lake, Kelowna waterfront and downtown towers, Knox Mountain, surrounding Monashee foothills.

How long is the flight from Edmonton to Kelowna?

The flight from Edmonton International (YEG) to Kelowna (YLW) takes about 1 hour 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 340 miles (547 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Edmonton to Kelowna flight path pass over?

Columbia Mountains and the Monashee Range, with glimpses of the Kootenay and Selkirk foothills as the route threads through mountain valleys before descending into the Okanagan Valley