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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport from C$ 865

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — MEL
17 Jun — 24 Jun1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Melbourne (MEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 June 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,962

One-way from

C$ 865

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 2,142
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 10/11-3/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 53h 35m total
  • Ottawa to Melbourne
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27/9
  • 27/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 45m total
  • Ottawa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (C$ 833 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 167 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 June 2025.

Mon 10/116:00 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops29h 35mAir Canada
Wed 3/128:00 a.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops24h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 12/6C$ 1,962
Sat 26/710:00 a.m.YOW - MEL
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/812:05 p.m.MEL - YOW
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6C$ 2,033
Sat 25/109:25 a.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops34h 25mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/105:00 p.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops50h 57mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/6C$ 2,071
Tue 25/116:20 a.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops35h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/121:00 p.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops26h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6C$ 2,142
Fri 25/77:50 a.m.YOW - MEL
3 stops36h 45mQantas Airways
Fri 1/89:45 a.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops46h 36mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/6C$ 2,654
Mon 10/115:55 a.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops38h 35mCathay Pacific
Tue 2/1212:45 a.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops32h 32mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/6C$ 3,105
Mon 22/124:10 p.m.YOW - MEL
3 stops35h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 14/19:15 p.m.MEL - YOW
3 stops42h 32mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 5,266
Thu 25/125:20 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops44h 50mAir France
Fri 30/111:05 a.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops44h 05mAir France
Deal found 10/6C$ 5,370

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Ottawa

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 10/11

6:00 p.m.-3:35 p.m.

2 stops29h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 3/12

8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

2 stops24h 00m

C$ 1,962

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Sat 26/7

10:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m.

3 stops34h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 2/8

12:05 p.m.-9:15 a.m.

3 stops35h 10m

C$ 2,033

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Sat 25/10

9:25 a.m.-10:50 a.m.

2 stops34h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 31/10

5:00 p.m.-4:57 a.m.

2 stops50h 57m

C$ 2,071

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Tue 25/11

6:20 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

2 stops35h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 8/12

1:00 p.m.-11:43 p.m.

2 stops26h 43m

C$ 2,142

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Fri 25/7

7:50 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

3 stops36h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

9:45 a.m.-6:21 p.m.

2 stops46h 36m

C$ 2,654

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 10/11

5:55 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

2 stops38h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 2/12

12:45 a.m.-5:17 p.m.

2 stops32h 32m

C$ 3,105

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Sat 27/9

6:00 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

3 stops45h 45m

C$ 865

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Deals found on 10/6

Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport (average of C$ 1,283). Flying from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,770). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YOW to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 June 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 38% on airfare.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 12 June 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,531 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to Melbourne?

    Ottawa (YOW), located 10.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Ottawa to Melbourne. 3 airlines have flights from Ottawa to Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Ottawa to Melbourne should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport round-trip from C$ 1,962. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from C$ 2,071, and United Airlines, from C$ 2,142. These flights start at 12% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport (average of C$ 1,283). Flying from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,770). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Ottawa to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,677AverageC$ 2,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,753AverageC$ 2,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 1,820AverageC$ 2,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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