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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Melbourne from C$ 2,053

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
YOW — MEL
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

The best prices from Ottawa to Melbourne are usually found in October or May, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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 (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 16 May 2024.

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January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 1,872

Round-trip from

C$ 1,660
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Melbourne?

Departing on a Saturday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 32% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne?

Find a great deal and save up to 81% by booking at least 60 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Ottawa to Melbourne within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at C$ 3,016.

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

October is one of the best times of the year to fly to Melbourne from Ottawa. Prices for October average C$ 2,438 per person but you can even find prices for as low as C$ 1,847. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January. Opting for a October flight can save you 28% on your journey compared to booking in January

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Melbourne (YOW - MEL)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Ottawa to Melbourne is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

Cheap Air Canada flights from Ottawa to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Ottawa and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 409,532 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Air Canada flights we've found from Ottawa to Melbourne. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Mon 26/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops26h 50mAir Canada
Mon 9/96:00 a.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops24h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,069
Mon 26/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops26h 50mAir Canada
Sun 8/98:30 p.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops34h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,072
Sat 31/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops26h 50mAir Canada
Mon 9/96:00 a.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops24h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,132
Sat 31/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops26h 50mAir Canada
Sun 8/98:30 p.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops34h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,134
Tue 27/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops27h 20mAir Canada
Mon 9/96:00 a.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops38h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,170
Mon 26/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops27h 20mAir Canada
Sat 14/96:00 p.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops36h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,172
Fri 30/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops27h 20mAir Canada
Mon 9/96:00 a.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops24h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,232
Mon 26/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops26h 50mAir Canada
Thu 12/98:30 p.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops34h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,233
Tue 27/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops27h 20mAir Canada
Sat 14/96:00 p.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops36h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,271

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Ottawa to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Ottawa and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 409,532 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Qantas Airways flights from Ottawa to Melbourne. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Mon 26/88:00 a.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops32h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 8/92:00 p.m.MEL - YOW
3 stops30h 52mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/5C$ 3,541
Thu 29/88:00 a.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops32h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 8/92:00 p.m.MEL - YOW
3 stops30h 52mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/5C$ 3,593
Thu 29/88:00 a.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops32h 45mQantas Airways
Thu 12/92:00 p.m.MEL - YOW
3 stops30h 52mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/5C$ 3,894

Ottawa to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Ottawa and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 409,532 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Ottawa to Melbourne in May and June 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 23/116:00 a.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops41h 15mAir Canada
Wed 27/118:00 a.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops23h 48mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,053
Sat 23/116:00 a.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops41h 15mAir Canada
Wed 27/118:00 a.m.MEL - YOW
3 stops29h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,061
Mon 26/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops26h 50mAir Canada
Mon 9/96:00 a.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops24h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,069
Mon 26/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops26h 50mAir Canada
Sun 8/98:30 p.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops34h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,072
Wed 28/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/96:00 a.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops24h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,101
Sat 23/113:00 p.m.YOW - MEL
3 stops30h 35mAir Canada
Wed 27/118:00 a.m.MEL - YOW
3 stops29h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,110
Mon 26/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/99:30 p.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops33h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,121
Sat 31/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops26h 50mAir Canada
Mon 9/96:00 a.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops24h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,132
Sat 31/86:15 p.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops26h 50mAir Canada
Sun 8/98:30 p.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops34h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 15/5C$ 2,134

One-way flights to Melbourne from Ottawa

Search for one-way flight options from Ottawa to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 409,532 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Ottawa to Melbourne can choose from these deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Melbourne instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 19/95:55 p.m.YOW - AVV
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5C$ 2,243
Thu 19/98:00 a.m.YOW - AVV
3 stops35h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/5C$ 2,537

Find flights from Ottawa to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 409,532 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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C$ 2,069 - C$ 4,263

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OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 26/8

2 stops26h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 9/9

2 stops24h 49m

C$ 2,069

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 26/8

2 stops26h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 8/9

2 stops34h 19m

C$ 2,072

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Wed 28/8

2 stops33h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 11/9

2 stops24h 49m

C$ 2,101

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 26/8

2 stops26h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 10/9

2 stops33h 19m

C$ 2,121

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Sat 31/8

2 stops26h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 9/9

2 stops24h 49m

C$ 2,132

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Wed 28/8

2 stops27h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 10/9

2 stops33h 19m

C$ 2,166

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Tue 27/8

2 stops46h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 11/9

2 stops42h 30m

C$ 2,278

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 26/8

2 stops32h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 8/9

3 stops30h 52m

C$ 3,541

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Thu 29/8

3 stops36h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 11/9

3 stops39h 33m

C$ 4,263

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Deals found on 15/5

When is the best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Ottawa to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Ottawa to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Ottawa to Melbourne is currently C$ 2,390 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 2,527. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne (average of C$ 1,218). Flying from Ottawa to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,710). 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.

January

C$ 1,875

February

C$ 1,811

March

C$ 1,758

April

C$ 1,659

May

C$ 1,884

June

C$ 1,990

July

C$ 2,330

August

C$ 1,926

September

C$ 1,824

October

C$ 1,958

November

C$ 1,865

December

C$ 2,230

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °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 16 May 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ottawa to Melbourne, such as Air Canada and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,955 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
967 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Air France
7.6
Good
1,764 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,707 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,947 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

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. 4 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Ottawa on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Ottawa to Melbourne for under C$ 2,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Ottawa to Melbourne for under C$ 2,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Canada for just C$ 2,069, but on average you can expect to pay C$ 2,185.

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

    Air Canada, at C$ 2,069, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Melbourne. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Air France. These flights start at 15% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Ottawa to Melbourne?

    Air Canada, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the most popular airlines when flying from Ottawa to Melbourne.

  • What does YOW to MEL mean?

    YOW and MEL are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. YOW to MEL refers to a flight route from Ottawa Airport to Melbourne Airport. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Ottawa to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Ottawa to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Ottawa to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Ottawa to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Ottawa to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Ottawa to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Ottawa to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The Ottawa to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 15/5.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to Melbourne

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 409,532 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,673AverageC$ 2,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,721AverageC$ 2,767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 1,839AverageC$ 2,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 2,688AverageC$ 2,929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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