Kelowna Airport to Peachland at a glance
Kelowna International Airport uses the code YLW. Plan on 50 to 60 minutes by road to Peachland, and more in traffic or in wildfire season.
A car makes the stay easier, since it gets you to Hardy Falls, the trailhead of Pincushion Mountain and the wineries in West Kelowna. If you do not want to drive, a guided wine tour solves the biggest problem, because drivers should not drink.
Taxi and transfer from the airport
No fixed fare to Peachland.
Taxis wait at the curb at YLW, and private shuttles work by individual booking. The airport publishes a CA$2 surcharge for taxi rides over 3 km. There is no fixed airport-to-Peachland fare. As a rough guide, budget about CA$110 to CA$140 for a taxi to Peachland in 2026. Ask for the price before you get in, and ask whether the airport surcharge is included.
Our pick: guided tour with hotel pickup
This is not an airport transfer, but it gives you a first day without a car once you have arrived.
Hand-picked tours, booked through Viator. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Transfers, tours and day trips in the Okanagan
Wine tours, lake trips and day tours from Peachland and Kelowna, with live prices and availability.
Rental car and parking
Counters are in the terminal.
Rental cars
The rental counters are in the airport terminal. A car is the most flexible choice for Hardy Falls, Pincushion Mountain and the winery roads of West Kelowna.
Parking in Peachland
Street parking on Beach Avenue is free. That does not mean unlimited time or overnight parking, so follow the signs. Regional parks are day-use parks, and overnight parking is not allowed.
Road changes
The town's road projects include a new traffic light at Trepanier Bench Road and right-turn limits planned at Buchanan North and Huston, so expect changes at these junctions. A multi-use path toward West Kelowna is finished.
Compare rental car prices at Kelowna Airport (YLW) for the drive to Peachland on Economybookings.com.
By bus from the airport
Possible, but not direct.
| Route | What it does |
|---|---|
| Route 23 | Serves Airport Way and UBCO; not every trip stops at the airport |
| Route 97 | Links UBCO and Westbank; change here |
| Route 22 | Westbank Exchange to Peachland; the ride itself takes about 10 to 14 minutes |
There is no direct bus from YLW to Peachland. The connection takes at least two changes, and the total time depends on the timetable, so allow plenty of time. Check the timetable for holiday service.
Fares in the Kelowna region are CA$3 for a single ride and CA$6 for a DayPASS for ages 13 and up. Children up to and including 12 ride free. The old free 90-minute transfers ended on 1 October 2025. The DayPASS applies automatically after a second single fare in a day with a card or app, and with cash you ask for the DayPASS.
From Vancouver by car
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is about 380 km west of Peachland, and Vancouver to Kelowna is about 4 hours. Neither number is a drive time from YVR to Peachland, so plan with some margin.
Highway 5, the Coquihalla, runs from Hope via Merritt. Highway 97C, the Okanagan Connector, links it to Highway 97. Highway 97 alone is not a through route to Vancouver. Check DriveBC before you leave, because wildfire can limit Highway 97 for a while. For longer routes see the British Columbia road trip page.
Entry to Canada
Short version, 2026.
German citizens are visa-exempt. If you fly to or through Canada, you need an eTA, which costs CA$7 and lasts up to 5 years or until the passport expires. Arriving by land or sea, you do not need one. US citizens do not need an eTA and should carry a valid passport. Short stays are normally up to 6 months, and the border officer decides. See also the Okanagan Valley for where to base yourself.
Getting to Peachland: frequently asked questions
How far is Kelowna Airport from Peachland?
Plan 50 to 60 minutes by car.
Is there a direct bus from the airport to Peachland?
No. You need at least two changes, for example to Route 97 and then to Route 22 at Westbank.
How much is a taxi from Kelowna Airport to Peachland?
There is no fixed fare. A rough estimate for 2026 is CA$110 to $140, and the airport adds a CA$2 surcharge for rides over 3 km. Confirm the price when you book.
Do I need a car in Peachland?
For the waterfront and Swim Bay, no. For Hardy Falls, Pincushion Mountain and wineries, a car or a guided tour is much easier.
How long is the drive from Vancouver?
Vancouver to Kelowna is about 4 hours. Add time to reach Peachland, and check road conditions on DriveBC.