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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Melbourne from C$ 778

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 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — MEL
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
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 25 February 2026.

Mon 4/54:15 p.m.
YOW
-
MEL
3 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/59:45 a.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2C$ 1,884
Wed 8/45:40 a.m.
YOW
-
MEL
3 stops38h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 15/49:45 a.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2C$ 1,903
Sat 11/45:40 a.m.
YOW
-
MEL
3 stops38h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/49:45 a.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops33h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,928
Sat 11/45:40 a.m.
YOW
-
MEL
3 stops38h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/49:45 a.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2C$ 1,962
Mon 4/56:00 p.m.
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops26h 55m
Air New Zealand
Mon 11/56:55 p.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops44h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/2C$ 2,009
Thu 9/46:00 a.m.
YOW
-
MEL
3 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/46:00 a.m.
MEL
-
YOW
3 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2C$ 2,017
Sun 22/311:10 a.m.
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops30h 20m
Air New Zealand
Sat 28/312:00 p.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops36h 11m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/2C$ 2,041
Tue 1/122:46 p.m.
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops26h 44m
Air New Zealand
Tue 5/11:00 p.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops26h 42m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 25/2C$ 2,057
Sat 28/29:45 a.m.
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/31:00 p.m.
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops24h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2C$ 2,078
Wed 2/125:45 p.m.
YOW
-
AVV
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/16:00 a.m.
AVV
-
YOW
3 stops33h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2C$ 2,478
Tue 1/125:45 p.m.
YOW
-
AVV
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/16:00 a.m.
AVV
-
YOW
3 stops29h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2C$ 2,523
Wed 2/125:45 p.m.
YOW
-
AVV
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/16:00 a.m.
AVV
-
YOW
2 stops25h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2C$ 2,561

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 25 February 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,884

One-way from

C$ 778

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 2,197
4/5-11/5
  • 4/5-11/5
  • 5 total stops
  • 62h 10m total
  • Ottawa to Melbourne
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10/4
  • 10/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 00m total
  • Ottawa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (C$ 220 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 96 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Ottawa

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Sat 11/4

5:40 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

3 stops38h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 26/4

9:45 a.m.-5:40 a.m.

2 stops33h 55m

C$ 1,928

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Sat 11/4

5:40 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

3 stops38h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

9:45 a.m.-12:40 a.m.

2 stops28h 55m

C$ 1,962

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Sat 11/4

7:30 p.m.-8:15 a.m.

2 stops46h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 26/4

9:30 a.m.-10:05 p.m.

2 stops26h 35m

C$ 2,101

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Sat 7/3

7:30 p.m.-8:30 a.m.

2 stops45h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

10:30 a.m.-6:55 p.m.

2 stops23h 25m

C$ 2,101

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Sat 13/6

6:25 a.m.-8:15 a.m.

2 stops59h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 2/7

10:55 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops24h 40m

C$ 2,139

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - AVV

YOWAVV

Ottawa

Mon 4/5

6:00 p.m.-2:10 p.m.

2 stops30h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 11/5

2:55 p.m.-5:45 a.m.

2 stops28h 50m

C$ 2,824

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - AVV

YOWAVV

Ottawa

Sat 11/4

6:45 p.m.-2:20 p.m.

2 stops29h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 26/4

8:40 p.m.-3:53 p.m.

2 stops33h 13m

C$ 2,837

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Fri 10/4

6:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

3 stops40h 00m

C$ 778

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Fri 8/5

7:20 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

3 stops38h 45m

C$ 817

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Tue 7/4

9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

3 stops36h 30m

C$ 836

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne (average of C$ 329). Flying from Ottawa to Melbourne in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,729). 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.

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 25 February 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
9,345 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

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
9,345 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,345 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

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
10,745 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,345 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

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 United Airlines fly from Ottawa to Melbourne in about 46h 45m. 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$ 1,559, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne (average of C$ 329). Flying from Ottawa to Melbourne in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,729). 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$ 1,559AverageC$ 2,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,667AverageC$ 2,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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