Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 41% on the Melbourne Airport to Ottawa route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,642 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,760, a difference of $1,118. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,677 to $5,429. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa looking right now?

One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,164, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Ottawa?

Ottawa is 14 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Eastern Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?

Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include: · Routes Car & Truck Rentals · Europcar · Alamo · Budget · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Ottawa flight?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa range from $1,998 to $2,663, with an average of $2,364 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,998 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?

Air Canada ($2,091) and United Airlines ($3,198) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

17:25 - 05:35MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

27h 10m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Calgary

07:20 - 10:00YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

35h 40m3 stops Calgary Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,677Multiple Airlines

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

09:45 - 19:20MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

48h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Calgary

06:55 - 05:00YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

31h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,689Multiple Airlines

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

09:45 - 05:35MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

34h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Calgary

07:20 - 18:20YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

44h 00m3 stops Calgary Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,843Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec

07:30 - 15:59MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

24h 29m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

17:40 - 18:00YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

32h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

$2,024Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec

19:10 - 00:56MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

45h 46m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

14:00 - 13:35YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

31h 35m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,091Air Canada

Tue, 8 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec

19:10 - 00:56MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

45h 46m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

14:00 - 10:35YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

52h 35m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,091Air Canada

Thu, 10 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec

08:00 - 11:20MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

43h 20m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

14:00 - 13:35YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

31h 35m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,127Air Canada

Wed, 9 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec

11:30 - 15:07MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

43h 37m2 stops Los Angeles Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

06:15 - 09:30YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

35h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$3,198United Airlines

Tue, 8 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec

12:45 - 21:16MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

24h 31m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

16:42 - 09:30YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

48h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$3,198United Airlines

Wed, 9 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec

12:45 - 14:09MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

41h 24m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

16:42 - 09:30YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

48h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$3,198United Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa and is 31% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?

January is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa at $1,949 return.
December ($3,113) and February ($2,818) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Low season	March
High season	July
Cheapest flight	$1,057

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.

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When to book flights from Melbourne to Ottawa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Ottawa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 41% on the Melbourne Airport to Ottawa route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,642 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,760, a difference of $1,118. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,677 to $5,429. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa looking right now?
One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,164, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Ottawa?
Ottawa is 14 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Eastern Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?
Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Routes Car & Truck Rentals
· Europcar
· Alamo
· Budget
· Enterprise Rent-A-Car
How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Ottawa flight?
Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa range from $1,998 to $2,663, with an average of $2,364 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,998 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,642 – about $1,118 less than Friday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Ottawa trip for January. Fares historically average $1,949 return in that month – typically $1,164 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ottawa Airport.
- Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
- Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport
- Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau

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