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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Melbourne from C$ 1,027

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — MEL
21 Jun — 28 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Melbourne

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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 22 May 2026.

Mon 1/66:05 p.m.
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/66:00 a.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5C$ 1,884
Mon 1/64:00 p.m.
YOW
-
MEL
3 stops29h 05m
Air Canada
Mon 15/66:00 a.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops32h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/5C$ 1,900
Sun 6/96:55 a.m.
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops38h 10m
Air Canada
Mon 14/98:30 p.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops34h 23m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/5C$ 2,041
Tue 6/1010:25 a.m.
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops52h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/114:10 p.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops62h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5C$ 2,095
Tue 6/105:00 a.m.
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops41h 05m
Air Canada
Fri 6/117:45 a.m.
MEL
-
YOW
3 stops29h 33m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/5C$ 2,140
Tue 22/128:50 a.m.
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/21:45 p.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops46h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5C$ 2,232
Mon 22/66:05 p.m.
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 30m
Air Canada
Sun 12/78:45 p.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops42h 04m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/5C$ 2,425
Sun 28/65:00 a.m.
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops40h 05m
Air Canada
Wed 15/76:00 a.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops24h 26m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/5C$ 2,472
Sun 28/65:00 a.m.
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops40h 05m
Air Canada
Sat 18/76:00 p.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops49h 54m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/5C$ 2,477
Sun 28/65:00 a.m.
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops40h 35m
Air Canada
Mon 13/78:30 p.m.
MEL
-
YOW
3 stops50h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/5C$ 2,490
Tue 30/66:05 p.m.
YOW
-
AVV
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/78:40 p.m.
AVV
-
YOW
2 stops33h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5C$ 2,592
Tue 6/106:05 p.m.
YOW
-
AVV
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/116:00 a.m.
AVV
-
YOW
2 stops25h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5C$ 2,656

Find 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 (ME1). 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 22 May 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,884

One-way from

C$ 1,027

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 2,015
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 1/6-15/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 55m total
  • Ottawa to Melbourne
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15/6
  • 15/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 30m total
  • Ottawa to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 97 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 22/6

6:05 p.m.-11:35 a.m.

2 stops27h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

8:45 p.m.-12:49 a.m.

2 stops42h 04m

C$ 2,425

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Sun 9/8

12:00 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

3 stops33h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

8:30 p.m.-12:49 a.m.

2 stops42h 19m

C$ 2,537

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 29/6

6:55 a.m.-11:35 a.m.

2 stops38h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

6:00 p.m.-5:04 p.m.

2 stops37h 04m

C$ 2,539

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - AVV

YOWAVV

Ottawa

Tue 30/6

6:05 p.m.-2:20 p.m.

2 stops30h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 14/7

8:40 p.m.-4:26 p.m.

2 stops33h 46m

C$ 2,592

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Sat 4/7

6:55 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops48h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 11/7

12:00 p.m.-5:54 a.m.

2 stops31h 54m

C$ 2,626

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - AVV

YOWAVV

Ottawa

Tue 6/10

6:05 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

2 stops30h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 6/11

6:00 a.m.-3:46 p.m.

2 stops25h 46m

C$ 2,656

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 22/6

10:15 p.m.-11:35 a.m.

3 stops47h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

6:00 a.m.-5:04 p.m.

2 stops25h 04m

C$ 2,669

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 22/6

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

2 stops46h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 11/7

6:55 p.m.-12:49 a.m.

2 stops43h 54m

C$ 2,767

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Wed 1/7

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

2 stops58h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 13/7

9:45 a.m.-7:20 p.m.

2 stops47h 35m

C$ 2,834

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - AVV

YOWAVV

Ottawa

Sun 6/9

6:55 p.m.-2:10 p.m.

2 stops29h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 14/9

8:55 p.m.-4:53 p.m.

2 stops33h 58m

C$ 3,258

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne (average of C$ 1,282). Flying from Ottawa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,272). 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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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 22 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and Air Canada from Ottawa to Melbourne. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,751 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,751 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,751 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,075 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,751 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

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?

    For a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne, you will be flying from Ottawa. Ottawa (YOW) is just 10.6 km from the centre of the city. Ottawa is the only Ottawa airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 2 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Ottawa on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Melbourne?

    Airlines like Air Canada fly from Ottawa to Melbourne in about 27h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 16563 km between Ottawa and Melbourne.

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

    United Airlines, at C$ 1,567, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Melbourne. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Air Canada. These flights start at 30% 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?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne (average of C$ 1,282). Flying from Ottawa to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,272). 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 2 airlines flying from Ottawa to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,567AverageC$ 2,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,675AverageC$ 2,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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