SAN
San Diego
United States
1,924 km
1,196 miles
YLW
Kelowna
Canada
Distance
1,924 km
1,196 mi / 1,039 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
355°
north

Airport Comparison

SAN YLW
Airport Name San Diego International Airport Kelowna Airport
IATA Code SAN YLW
ICAO Code KSAN CYLW
City San Diego Kelowna
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Los_Angeles America/Vancouver
Elevation 17 ft 1,409 ft
Coordinates 32.730000, -117.190000 49.960000, -119.380000

San Diego (SAN) to Kelowna (YLW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Kelowna Airport (YLW) in Kelowna, Canada is 1,924 kilometers (1,196 miles / 1,039 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:01 in San Diego, it's 21:01 in Kelowna.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,392 feet between the two airports. Kelowna Airport sits higher than San Diego International Airport.

The return flight from Kelowna (YLW) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 174° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Kelowna Airport (YLW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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