KELOWNA – Kelowna International Airport (YLW) has reported their recent achievement of surpassing 2 million passengers in 2023, marking a significant milestone for the airport and underscoring a positive recovery trend in the aviation sector. In the year 2023, YLW welcomed a total of 2,032,624 passengers, representing an increase of over 18 percent compared to 2022.
“This is a tremendous milestone for YLW and our region, demonstrating the strong demand for air travel to and from the Okanagan, as well as the confidence and trust that our passengers have in the airport,” said Sam Samaddar, YLW Chief Executive Officer. “I would like to thank our community for their continued support of YLW.”
YLW serves as a vital link for the Okanagan, providing non-stop connections to 21 domestic and international destinations, along with facilitating access to over 200 one-stop connections. Recognized as the 10th busiest airport in Canada, YLW plays a pivotal role as a key economic driver for the region.
“As one of the country’s fastest recovering airports, YLW is an important economic driver for our community,” said Mayor Tom Dyas. “I am very encouraged to see this high growth rate of passengers travelling through YLW and the benefits that will have to our entire region.”
For further insights into passenger volumes, please refer to ylw.kelowna.ca/facts. This noteworthy accomplishment reaffirms YLW’s commitment to facilitating seamless travel experiences and its integral role in connecting communities.