Vernon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Vernon

With a population of 47 274, Vernon is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Vernon has to offer.

Where to Eat in Vernon

If you’re looking for affordable options, PeakFine at Sparkling Hill Resort (888 Sparkling Pl) and The Med - Vernon (2915 30 Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Vernon

Vernon in September
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Vernon in September
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Vernon in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 1.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Vernon, with an average rainfall of 1″.

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How to Get to Vernon

Plane

Although Vernon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kelowna (YLW), which is located 35 km from Vernon. The shortest flight to Vernon from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 5h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Vernon is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 296 km from Vernon. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Vernon, including Rider Express, Ebus and Bus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Vernon takes 240 miles and will cost you around $53. From Vancouver, the ticket costs about $135 for a journey of 310 miles.

Plane

Although Vernon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kelowna (YLW), which is located 35 km from Vernon. The shortest flight to Vernon from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 5h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Vernon is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 296 km from Vernon. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Vernon, including Rider Express, Ebus and Bus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Vernon takes 240 miles and will cost you around $53. From Vancouver, the ticket costs about $135 for a journey of 310 miles.

Airports near Vernon

Airlines serving Vernon

Lufthansa
Good (4,607 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,932 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,718 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,510 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (487 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (460 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (957 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (814 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (987 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (538 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (671 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,778 reviews)
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Where to stay in Vernon

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Vance Creek Hotel & Conference Centre and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Vernon.

Where to stay in popular areas of Vernon

Most booked hotels in Vernon

The Castle at Swan Lake
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 330 reviews)
$148+
Prestige Vernon Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 337 reviews)
$144+
Sandman Hotel Vernon
3 stars
Good (7.3, 377 reviews)
$83+
Econo Lodge Vernon
2 stars
Good (7.2, 171 reviews)
$71+
Divya Sutra Plaza and Conference Centre, Vernon, BC
3 stars
Good (6.8, 110 reviews)
$62+

Renting a car in Vernon

Renting a car in Vernon costs $46 per day, on average, or $137 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Vernon.

Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Vernon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58.

Renting a car in Vernon costs $46 per day, on average, or $137 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Vernon.

Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Vernon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58.