Flying from Victoria to Kamloops Airport (YKA): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of Victoria's main airports, Victoria International Airport (YYJ) or Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH). Check out your options for booking a flight from Victoria to Kamloops Airport (YKA) setting off from either of these bases.
Take a direct Victoria to Kamloops Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour.
Kamloops Airport is located in Kamloops. The city operates on the UTC-7 timezone and is one hour ahead of Victoria.
You can pick from 6 direct services every week between Victoria International Airport (YYJ) and Kamloops Airport (YKA). This is the busiest route, with Pacific Coastal Airlines offering a 3:55pm departure from YYJ to YKA.
To ensure you get on your flight from Victoria to YKA, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
You can book a direct flight from Victoria to Kamloops Airport (YKA) leaving from Victoria International Airport (YYJ).
Pacific Coastal Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Victoria to Kamloops Airport taking off from YYJ.
Pacific Coastal Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from YYJ to YKA.
With an impressive 92.31% of services arriving on schedule, Pacific Coastal Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Victoria, YYJ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Victoria International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Victoria to Kamloops Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Victoria International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.45% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
YWH is around 2 kilometres from central Victoria. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Victoria to YKA flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Victoria Inner Harbour Airport:
About Kamloops Airport (YKA)
Hop off your flight from Victoria to Kamloops Airport and jump into your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a convenient option that's not too far from YKA, stay at The Plaza Hotel Downtown, Trademark Collection by Wyndham.
Travel at your own speed with a Kamloops Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, National or Budget and chase adventure across Kamloops and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Victoria to Kamloops Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Kamloops Airport (YKA) to central Kamloops
The centre of Kamloops is around 8 kilometres from Kamloops Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to Kamloops Airport (YKA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Victoria to Kamloops Airport is $177. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $263. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Victoria to YKA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Victoria to Kamloops Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Find an affordable flight from Victoria to Kamloops Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Victoria to Kamloops Airport (YKA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Victoria to Kamloops Airport (YKA). Visit Kamloops in May for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Kamloops is July, with temperatures ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Victoria to YKA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Victoria to Kamloops Airport in January when temperatures are between -13ºC (9ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF).
More about Kamloops
Start your Kamloops trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Victoria to Kamloops Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. St. Paul's Cathedral, Valleyview Nature Park and Clearwater Lakes are attractions you won't want to skip in Kamloops.
Explore more of Canada
Kamloops is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-west of Kamloops, a trip to Vancouver will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Stanley Park, Stanley Park Seawall and Stanley Park Seawall.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Canada, consider Surrey, about 241 kilometres south-west of Kamloops. Vinoscenti Vineyards, Green Timbers Urban Forest and Queen Mary Park are among the biggest draws.
