To get from Penticton Regional Airport (YYF) to Osoyoos, you can arrange a taxi, rent a car at the airport, or travel by transit via Penticton’s transit exchange.
A winery shuttle between Penticton and Osoyoos is another option, though it is an excursion rather than a dedicated airport transfer. From Sahara Courtyard Inn & Suites Osoyoos, the airport is about 58 minutes by car.
- Airport: Penticton Regional Airport serves Penticton and surrounding South Okanagan communities.
- Taxi: Penticton Eco Taxi and Penticton Taxi offer curbside pickup in front of the terminal.
- Rental car: Budget has an airport kiosk.
- Transit: BC Transit route 40 connects Osoyoos and the Penticton transit exchange.
How far is Penticton Airport from Osoyoos?
Penticton Airport is the regional airport serving Penticton and nearby South Okanagan communities, including Osoyoos. The airport-to-hotel drive estimate is about 58 minutes from Sahara Courtyard; that figure is not a quoted travel time from the airport to every address in Osoyoos.
The airport is Penticton Regional Airport, or YYF. For your onward trip, the practical choice depends on whether you want to drive yourself, book a pickup, or connect through Penticton by transit.
Taxi, shuttle, and rental car options
Taxi and rental-car services are available at the airport, while the advertised shuttle serves a winery visit rather than functioning as an airport transfer.
Taxi
Penticton Eco Taxi and Penticton Taxi offer curbside pickup in front of the terminal. Call Penticton Eco Taxi at 250-492-9999 or Penticton Taxi at 250-492-6666.
Penticton Eco Taxi serves the airport and surrounding communities, operates every day, and can provide a wheelchair-accessible van on request; its additional number is 1-888-731-7999. Penticton Taxi operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and can also be booked through its smartphone app; its other number is 250-492-7777.
Rental car
Budget car rental has a kiosk inside the airport. Its telephone number is 250-493-0212. A rental car lets you make the drive onward yourself; check availability and booking terms with the provider.
Winery shuttle
Just Peachy Tours advertises a daily Penticton–Osoyoos shuttle for a winery visit. The five-hour round trip costs $45 plus tax per person, and at least 6 guests must be booked across parties for departure to be guaranteed.
The tour operator picks up and drops off at most major hotels and resorts in Osoyoos. Payment is by cash or card at the end of the service, and the exact pickup time is sent by text on the morning of travel within a 30-minute window of the scheduled departure. This is a winery outing, not an airport transfer.
Planning the drive to Osoyoos
Highway 97 is the route through Penticton and Osoyoos. If you rent a car, check road conditions before setting out so you can account for current incidents, closures or detours.
DriveBC provides current highway conditions, incident reports, closure information and detours. Conditions can affect your journey, so check the official site before you go.
If you prefer not to drive, BC Transit route 40 travels between Osoyoos and the Penticton transit exchange, where you can connect to other destinations. In Osoyoos, the route’s stop is at Main Street and 89th Avenue, across from Osoyoos Town Hall. Confirm the transit details for your travel day before relying on a connection.
What to confirm before you travel
Confirm pickup, availability and operating details directly with your chosen provider before you travel. Taxi numbers and airport service details can change, and a taxi pickup at the terminal is different from a prearranged transfer to Osoyoos.
Osoyoos Taxi’s number is 250-408-8686, and Oliver Taxi’s number is 250-498-0022. Ask each provider whether it can take you from YYF to your Osoyoos destination and what arrangements apply.
For a stay in Osoyoos, the rooms at Sahara Courtyard are one accommodation option.
FAQs
Is there a taxi at Penticton Airport?
Penticton Eco Taxi and Penticton Taxi offer curbside pickup in front of the terminal. Contact the provider to confirm arrangements for your destination.
Can I take transit from Penticton to Osoyoos?
BC Transit route 40 runs between Osoyoos and the Penticton transit exchange, where connections are available to other destinations. Check current service details before travelling.
Is the Penticton–Osoyoos shuttle an airport transfer?
Just Peachy Tours advertises a winery shuttle with hotel and resort pickup and drop-off in Osoyoos. It is not described as an airport transfer.
How can you get around Osoyoos after arrival?
The guide to getting around Osoyoos covers local travel options.