Construction at YLW

YLW is expanding the airport to better meet the needs of our growing region. Our multi-year expansion plans include our largest terminal expansion to date, fully serviced lots for light industrial and commercial business, new parking options, safety and sustainability upgrades, and much more.

Between 2023 and 2032, YLW will invest over $355 million in upgrades to airport infrastructure. This is funded through airport revenues and Airport Improvement Fees and is not funded by tax dollars.

 

Air Terminal Building (ATB) Expansion

The observation deck, located on the second level of the terminal building, is temporarily closed to the public due to construction.

Passengers will see changes to parking in long-term lot A, restricted access into the terminal building from the south end of the building (departures), and demolition work in the security screening area. Throughout this three-year construction project, there will be additional temporary impacts to existing amenities in the departures lounge. Guests to YLW should expect minor changes to how they move through the terminal building and may experience some construction noise. Passengers are asked to follow new wayfinding signage.

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE ATB EXPANSION PROJECT

2024 Airside Pavement Rehabilitation Program

In 2024 a multiphase airside pavement rehabilitation project will take place at Kelowna International Airport to ensure continued operation of the airport. YLW will complete four phases that includes upgrades to pavement surfaces on the three taxiways and construction of a new taxiway.

Budget: $6.4 million

2024 Pavement Rehab Map