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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Australia from C$ 661

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — SYD
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Australia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Australia (AU0). 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,673

One-way from

C$ 661
14/2-21/2
  • 14/2-21/2
  • 6 total stops
  • 56h 25m total
  • Ottawa to Australia
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17/2
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  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 10m total
  • Ottawa to Australia
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Fri 14/22:50 p.m.YOW - MEL
3 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/21:45 p.m.MEL - YOW
3 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 1,673
Mon 3/36:00 p.m.YOW - BNE
2 stops48h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 25/38:20 a.m.BNE - YOW
2 stops34h 37mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/1C$ 1,755
Sun 2/36:00 a.m.YOW - CBR
3 stops41h 45mAir New Zealand
Sun 9/38:45 p.m.CBR - YOW
3 stops47h 12mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/1C$ 2,008
Sat 1/35:00 p.m.YOW - SYD
2 stops46h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 26/311:20 a.m.SYD - YOW
2 stops22h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 2,098
Fri 28/36:00 p.m.YOW - SYD
1 stop23h 20mAir Canada
Sun 25/59:20 a.m.SYD - YOW
1 stop20h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 15/1C$ 2,107
Mon 31/35:55 a.m.YOW - BNE
3 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/512:15 p.m.BNE - YOW
3 stops42h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 2,113
Fri 28/31:00 p.m.YOW - SYD
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/510:20 a.m.SYD - YOW
3 stops40h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 2,154
Sun 2/36:00 p.m.YOW - BNE
2 stops31h 55mAir Canada
Sun 9/310:45 a.m.BNE - YOW
1 stop32h 12mAir Canada
Deal found 16/1C$ 2,176
Tue 11/36:00 a.m.YOW - BNE
2 stops34h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 16/410:30 a.m.BNE - YOW
2 stops27h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/1C$ 2,185
Fri 11/46:00 a.m.YOW - ADL
3 stops45h 00mAir New Zealand
Wed 9/78:00 a.m.ADL - YOW
3 stops37h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/1C$ 2,221
Sat 1/35:20 p.m.YOW - PER
2 stops42h 05mAir France
Sat 8/312:25 p.m.PER - YOW
2 stops63h 45mAir France
Deal found 14/1C$ 2,269
Tue 29/46:33 a.m.YOW - MEL
2 stops35h 42mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/510:55 a.m.MEL - YOW
2 stops25h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 2,277

Find flights from Ottawa to Australia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Australia 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Fri 14/2

2:50 p.m.-12:20 p.m.

3 stops29h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 21/2

1:45 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

3 stops26h 55m

C$ 1,673

OttawaBrisbane

YOW - BNE

YOWBNE

Ottawa

Mon 3/3

6:00 p.m.-9:55 a.m.

2 stops48h 55m

Brisbane

Tue 25/3

8:20 a.m.-4:57 a.m.

2 stops34h 37m

C$ 1,755

OttawaCanberra

YOW - CBR

YOWCBR

Ottawa

Sun 2/3

6:00 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

3 stops41h 45m

Canberra

Sun 9/3

8:45 p.m.-4:57 a.m.

3 stops47h 12m

C$ 2,008

OttawaSydney

YOW - SYD

YOWSYD

Ottawa

Sat 1/3

5:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m.

2 stops46h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/3

11:20 a.m.-6:54 p.m.

2 stops22h 34m

C$ 2,098

OttawaSydney

YOW - SYD

YOWSYD

Ottawa

Fri 28/3

6:00 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

1 stop35h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/5

9:20 a.m.-7:11 p.m.

2 stops23h 51m

C$ 2,107

OttawaBrisbane

YOW - BNE

YOWBNE

Ottawa

Mon 31/3

5:55 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

3 stops38h 05m

Brisbane

Sat 24/5

12:15 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

3 stops42h 05m

C$ 2,113

OttawaSydney

YOW - SYD

YOWSYD

Ottawa

Fri 28/3

1:00 p.m.-9:05 a.m.

2 stops29h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/5

10:20 a.m.-1:09 p.m.

3 stops40h 49m

C$ 2,154

OttawaBrisbane

YOW - BNE

YOWBNE

Ottawa

Sun 2/3

6:00 p.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops31h 55m

Brisbane

Sun 9/3

10:45 a.m.-3:57 a.m.

1 stop32h 12m

C$ 2,176

OttawaBrisbane

YOW - BNE

YOWBNE

Ottawa

Tue 11/3

6:00 a.m.-6:30 a.m.

2 stops34h 30m

Brisbane

Wed 16/4

10:30 a.m.-11:53 p.m.

2 stops27h 23m

C$ 2,185

OttawaAdelaide

YOW - ADL

YOWADL

Ottawa

Fri 11/4

6:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

3 stops45h 00m

Adelaide

Wed 9/7

8:00 a.m.-8:19 a.m.

3 stops37h 49m

C$ 2,221

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Australia

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Travel insights for flights from Ottawa to Australia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Ottawa to Australia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Australia (average of C$ 1,326). Flying from Ottawa to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,881). 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 AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

When flying from Ottawa to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Australia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 mm per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Australia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, 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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Air Canada and Cathay Pacific from Ottawa to Australia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews
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Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
823 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
820 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports serve Australia from Ottawa?

    In Ottawa, a few airports exist which you may use; however, only the international airports have flights to Australia. This airport is the Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). It is Canada’s sixth busiest airport by aircraft movements, and second busiest by airline passenger traffic. There are many airlines that make their home in the international portion of this airport. Upon completion of this long and arduous journey, you will arrive in Australia at any one of its numerous airports in Sydney (SYD), Melbourne (MEL), or Brisbane (BNE). This flight will be one of the longest flights available and will take, on average, 52h and 45m. Because this is such a long trip, there will no doubt be a stop in one of the in-between countries.

  • What airlines fly directly from Ottawa to Australia?

    There are only a few airlines and flights available on Cheapflights when flying from Ottawa to Sydney (SYD). Apart from this, there are no flights that fly directly from Ottawa to Australia, and you will need to have at least three stops. The airlines that are most active when flying from Ottawa to Australia are Air Canada, Japan Airlines, and Multiple Airlines. If flying to SYD, you will take one of these three airlines. Since there are no flights to Melbourne or Brisbane from Ottawa, you will most likely be flying into Sydney and will have to take a domestic flight to your ultimate destination from there.

  • What are the layover options between Ottawa and Australia?

    Layovers are expected from Ottawa to Australia as it is such a long journey. According to Cheapflights, you will only be able to take a flight to Sydney (SYD) and then will have to take a domestic flight to your destination from SYD. The layovers to SYD are in Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Frankfurt am Main (FRA), and Tokyo Narita (NRT). It does not matter which time you choose to take your flight, all three times at all three points of the day stop at those airports. Furthermore, they all take about the same amount of time, on average 52h 45min. You do not have many options to choose from when booking flights from Ottawa to Australia, so regardless of circumstances, you will be stopping in Toronto, Frankfurt, and Tokyo.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Ottawa to Australia?

    Canadians will require a visa to enter Australia from Ottawa if staying for a short period of time. The type of visa you will need depends on the type of travel you will be doing. You will need at least 30 days for processing, so make sure to apply early. You may stay in Australia for up to 12 months, and your visa will only be applicable in Australia. You will also need at least one page blank for entry stamps. It is wise to book a return trip as well as that will be checked upon arrival.

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

    Ottawa (YOW), located 10.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Ottawa to Australia.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Ottawa to Australia one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Ottawa to Australia are Air New Zealand (C$ 1,367), WestJet (C$ 1,532), and Air Canada (C$ 1,749).

  • What are the most popular routes from Ottawa to Australia?

    The most popular flight routes from Ottawa to Australia are Ottawa - Sydney Kingsford Smith, Ottawa - Melbourne and Ottawa - Brisbane.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Australia 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 Australia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Australia (average of C$ 1,326). Flying from Ottawa to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,881). 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 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to Australia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Australia. 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,633AverageC$ 2,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,671AverageC$ 2,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,744AverageC$ 2,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 1,776AverageC$ 2,228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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