Fly private between Kelowna and Whitehorse from US$23,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Kelowna (YLW) to Whitehorse (YXY), and from Whitehorse (YXY) back to Kelowna (YLW).
As the crow flies, Kelowna to Whitehorse is roughly 1,546 kilometres — 960 miles, or 835 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Kelowna to Whitehorse (and Whitehorse to Kelowna) ranges from US$23,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$63,500 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CAD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 20m | 2h 06m – 2h 34m | C$45,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 11m | 1h 58m – 2h 24m | C$62,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 20m | C$45,000 – C$63,000 (~US$33,000 – US$46,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 19m | C$50,000 – C$69,000 (~US$36,500 – US$50,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 13m | C$54,000 – C$75,000 (~US$39,500 – US$55,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 11m | C$62,000 – C$86,000 (~US$45,500 – US$63,500) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 11m | C$68,000 – C$95,000 (~US$50,000 – US$70,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 13m | C$74,000 – C$100,000 (~US$54,500 – US$76,000) | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
On Kelowna–Whitehorse, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Kelowna, Canada: Kelowna International Airport and Penticton Airport.
Whitehorse, Canada: Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport.
| Kelowna International Airport | Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | CYLW / YLW | CYXY / YXY |
| Longest hard runway | 8,900 ft | 9,497 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,421 ft | 2,317 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Kelowna to Whitehorse can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Kelowna International Airport has 8,900 ft and Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport 9,497 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. At 1,546 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 km.
Alternates within range: Penticton Airport (6,000 ft, 57 km) · Douglas Lake Airport (4,600 ft, 61 km) · Vernon Regional Airport (3,360 ft, 32 km) · Winfield (Wood Lake) Seaplane Base · Whitehorse Seaplane Base · Carcross Seaplane Base
See the guide range — US$23,000 – US$63,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Kelowna to Whitehorse.
Pets are welcome on every Kelowna–Whitehorse charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Kelowna–Whitehorse is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$23,000 – US$63,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 2h 20m gate to gate across the 1,546 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Kelowna–Whitehorse departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Kelowna–Whitehorse charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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