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YVR → YLW
Which side of the plane to sit from Vancouver International Airport (Vancouver) to Kelowna International Airport (Kelowna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more intimate view of the Coast Mountain peaks and is the primary vantage point for the beautiful descent along the length of Okanagan Lake.
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North Shore Mountains
See the iconic Lions peaks and Grouse Mountain immediately after departure from YVR.
Garibaldi Range
View the rugged, glacier-capped peaks of the Coast Mountains located to the north of the flight path.
Harrison Lake
A massive, fjord-like glacial lake surrounded by dense evergreen forests and steep cliffs.
Coquihalla Pass
Fly over the dramatic mountain pass and the granite monoliths of the Cascade range.
Okanagan Lake
Enjoy a parallel view of the 135km long lake as the aircraft performs its final descent into Kelowna.
Book an 'A' seat for the most consistent scenery. Morning flights minimize glare on this side, making the peaks appear sharper. During winter, look for the 'snow ghosts' on the higher ridges near the Coquihalla summit. Sitting behind the wing is recommended to prevent the engine from obstructing the downward view of the lake during the final approach.
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Metro Vancouver
Catch sweeping views of Richmond, Surrey, and the intricate patterns of the Fraser River delta.
Mount Baker
On clear days, this massive ice-covered stratovolcano in Washington State dominates the southern horizon.
Fraser Valley
Observe the patchwork of fertile agricultural lands and the winding Fraser River stretching toward the US border.
Manning Park
Fly over the dense forests and sub-alpine meadows of the northern Cascade Mountains.
Okanagan Vineyards
View the rolling hills and lush wineries of Summerland and Peachland during the descent phase.
Book an 'F' seat to see Mount Baker. On evening flights, this side offers spectacular sunsets over the Georgia Strait if the plane loops west after takeoff. Avoid seats directly over the wing for better ground visibility of the Fraser Valley agricultural patterns.
Book Hotels in KelownaDistance: 287 km (178 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 29 min
Departure: YVR (49.193901061999995, -123.183998108)
Arrival: YLW (49.9561004639, -119.377998352)
Route Type: Domestic
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