Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Kelowna travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kelowna

With a population of 125,109, Kelowna is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kelowna has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Kelowna

If you’re looking for affordable options, JOEY Kelowna (2475 Highway 97 N, Suite 300) and Porter's (1851 Kirschner Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Kelowna

Kelowna in December
Estimated hotel price
₹ 10400
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kelowna in December
Estimated hotel price
₹ 10400
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kelowna in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as -6 °C, with an average temperature of -3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 46 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kelowna, with an average rainfall of 19 mm.

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How to Get to Kelowna

Plane

When flying to Kelowna, you’ll arrive at Kelowna (YLW), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kelowna from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 27h 07m.

Car

Another option to get to Kelowna is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 169 miles from Kelowna. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Plane

When flying to Kelowna, you’ll arrive at Kelowna (YLW), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kelowna from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 27h 07m.

Car

Another option to get to Kelowna is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 169 miles from Kelowna. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Vancouver.

Airports near Kelowna

Airlines serving Kelowna

Lufthansa
Good (8,292 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,596 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,268 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,113 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,680 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,652 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,707 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,440 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,815 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,525 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,123 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (247 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,335 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,946 reviews)
Air China
Good (166 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (1,039 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,969 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,433 reviews)
China Southern
Good (184 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kelowna

Average rates range from around ₹ 14,712 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 15,856 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Lake Country Inn and Siesta Suites. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Kelowna, with prices from ₹ 2,848 to ₹ 112,719 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Kelowna are about 15% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kelowna

Most booked hotels in Kelowna

Comfort Suites Kelowna
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 10,542+
Accent Inns Kelowna
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,691+
Oasis Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,887+
Ramada by Wyndham Kelowna Hotel & Conference Center
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
₹ 8,437+
Dilworth Inn
2 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
₹ 7,311+
Sandman Hotel & Suites Kelowna
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
₹ 7,976+

Hiring a car in Kelowna

Hiring a car in Kelowna costs ₹ 6,397 per day, on average, or ₹ 31,983 if you want to hire it for 5 days. Driving Force, Thrifty and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Kelowna is the Hertz branch at 5533 Airport Way, which is 7 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay ₹ 140 per litre in Kelowna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,675 and ₹ 2,233. The most frequently booked car type in Kelowna is Intermediate (GMC Terrain or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Kelowna costs ₹ 6,397 per day, on average, or ₹ 31,983 if you want to hire it for 5 days. Driving Force, Thrifty and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Kelowna is the Hertz branch at 5533 Airport Way, which is 7 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay ₹ 140 per litre in Kelowna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,675 and ₹ 2,233. The most frequently booked car type in Kelowna is Intermediate (GMC Terrain or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Sonic Sedan or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.