KAMLOOPS HISTORY
HOW TO GET TO KAMLOOPSKamloops Airport in Kamloops, British Columbia
The Kamloops Airport is one the most important economic hubs in the region and plays a significant role in supporting the city’s social and economic well being. Currently the airport features direct daily flights to and from the international gateway cities of Vancouver and Calgary as well as daily flights to and from Prince George.
Kamloops Airport - Website
The Kamloops Airport has a restaurant on site. The Bread Garden is open from 5am - 8pm daily and is located inside the terminal building. See ad below for more information on how to contact them or take a look at their online menu.
Airlines that Service Kamloops
The main airlines operating out of the Kamloops Airport are
Additionally, the airport has facilities for small airplane repair, engine rebuilding and aircraft salvage facilities, avionics specialists, charter operations, a flying school, an air tank base, and a forest fire control centre.
Kamloops Airport Information
Airport Renovations and Runway Expansion
Kamloops Airport has recently completed its $25-million airport terminal renovations and runway expansion project. Some of the renovations include:
- Runway extension is now ready for new arrivals! The new portion of the runway was officially opened, by Transport Canada, on March 13, 2009. The two taxiways, also included, allows for shorter aircraft take-off waiting times.
- Finishing details for the Check-in, Bag Room, Security Screening and Departure Areas. The upgrades in the Departure Lounge include 2 universally accessible restrooms, new vending area, more seating and beautiful Native art and decor. Updates were made to the Departure Lounge which now include business work stations.
- Arrivals and baggage claim areas upgrades allow passengers to claim their bags and exit the airport more quickly.
- Enhanced customs and immigration service areas. The enhancements allow for international and transborder flights to land get processed in Kamloops.
- State-of-the-art Navigational Aids will be ready for 2010. These will increase scheduled service reliability from the existing 94% to a remarkable 98%.
Kamloops Airport Ltd.
3035 Airport Rd,
Kamloops, BC, V2B 7X1
Phone: 250.376.3613
Fax: 250.376.3935
info@kamloopsairport.com
Office Hours are Monday - Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm
Shuttle, Taxi and Car Rentals
Click here for information on shuttle, taxi and car rentals
The airport is only 10 minutes from downtown Kamloops, allowing visitors to spend less time traveling and more time enjoying the vibrant city. A 'Pilot's Lounge' has been developed by Shell Aviation for pilots of corporate and private aircraft.
Flight Times to Kamloops
| City | Time |
| Vancouver | 50 minutes |
| Prince George | 1 hour |
| Calgary | 1 hour 15 mins |
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Bread Garden Urban Cafe & Lounge |
 Delicacies include hand-made hot grilled sandwiches, decadent cakes and tarts and a varied selection of globally inspired entrees. Our rich coffee blends, exclusively roasted for the Bread Garden, include Rain City Blend, Garden Blend, Fair Trade Organic Blend, Espresso Blend and Decaf Blend. "Yes, We Do Catering", and always remember to "Eat Right Before Your Flight" |