YLW is getting busy again: What to be expect for air travel

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• Arrive early and give yourself extra time to check-in and go through security
• With increased passenger volumes, YLW recommends passengers arrive at YLW at least two hours prior to their departure.
• Wear a mask. Masks will continue to be mandatory at security screening, in the departures lounge and for arriving passengers until they have exited into the baggage claim area.
• Passengers are encouraged to check mask mandates at other airports they are visiting throughout their travel journey.
• Have your Canadian COVID-19 Proof of Vaccination easily accessible
• Proof of Vaccination is required for all federally regulated travel, including air travel.
• If you are leaving Canada, understand the COVID-19 testing requirements for your destination and requirements for entry to Canada upon your return. Check directly with the airline you are travelling with about travel requirements.
• As of April 1, 2022, fully vaccinated travellers will no longer need to provide a pre-COVID-19 test result to enter Canada by air, land or water.
• Fully vaccinated travellers arriving in Canada before April 1, 2022, must still have a valid pre-entry test.

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For the most up-to-date information on COVID-19 travel requirements, visit travel.gc.ca/travel-covid

Leaving YLW

• Check-in online
• Passengers can check-in, pay fees and retrieve their boarding pass online from home to help limit points of contact at the airport.
• Arrive early. Passengers are encouraged to arrive at the YLW terminal at least 2 hours in advance of their flight.
• COVID-19 antigen and PCR testing is available onsite at YLW seven days a week through Whitecap RSC Medical. Appointments are required.
• To book an appointment, visit whitecapcovidtesting.com/kelowna or call 604-966-3777.

Parking

• Touchless parking is available in the short- and long-term parking using the TIBA Mobile Access app.
• Valet parking – customers wishing to access this service can learn more about booking at ylw.kelowna.ca/parking.

Security screening

• Passengers are able to scan their own boarding passes to limit points of contact.
• If passengers are bringing carry-on items, they are encouraged to visit catsa.gc.ca to ensure the items are approved for carry-on or if they need to be in checked baggage.

COVID-19 Travel Requirements

• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for all passengers on domestic or international flights
• YLW recommends travellers use the Canadian Proof of Vaccination.
• BC residents can access the Canadian Proof of Vaccination through Health Gateway.
• Passengers may be asked for proof of vaccination at various points throughout their travel experience. Ensure your proof of vaccination is always accessible – even without access to Internet or Wi-Fi.
• Passengers must be fully vaccinated to travel and have no signs or symptoms of COVID-19.
• If passengers require a COVID-19 antigen or PCR test prior to departing, testing is available onsite at YLW seven days a week through Whitecap RSC Medical. Appointments are required.
• Masks with exhalation valves or vents, bandanas, neck gaiters, full face masks, face shields or militaristic-style masks are not permitted.

ArriveCAN

• When arriving in Canada, passengers must use ArriveCAN to provide mandatory travel information.
• Passengers will need to submit their information within 72 hours before arrival to Canada.
• More information is available at: canada.ca/ArriveCAN