Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,687 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 2,836, a difference of C$ 1,149. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Which popular places can I visit in Ottawa?

Some of the most popular sights in Ottawa are National Arts Centre, Shaw Centre, and Canal Rideau Memorial. These are among the most viewed places in Ottawa on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,929 to C$ 5,116. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa looking right now?

One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about C$ 1,282.

What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Ottawa?

Ottawa is 15 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Eastern Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?

Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 18 for economy cars. Top options include: • Routes Car & Truck Rentals • Europcar • Alamo • Budget • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Ottawa flight?

Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa range from C$ 2,207 to C$ 2,727, with an average of C$ 2,495 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 2,207 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa. It’s 33% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa at C$ 2,003 round-trip. •April (C$ 3,017) and February (C$ 2,896) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?

Air Canada (C$ 2,455) and WestJet (C$ 2,825) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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C$ 1,929

Typical prices: C$ 2,207-C$ 2,727

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MEL - YOW • 2 stops

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C$ 1,168

Typical prices: C$ 1,247-C$ 1,827

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Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

6:05 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

25h 54m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

7:45 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

57h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

C$ 1,929Multiple Airlines

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

6:05 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

25h 54m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

7:45 a.m. - 12:10 a.m.YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

48h 25m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

C$ 2,053Multiple Airlines

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

7:30 a.m. - 9:50 p.m.MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

30h 20m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

5:40 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

29h 50m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

C$ 2,159Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

6:05 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

25h 54m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

12:10 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

33h 25m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

C$ 2,257Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

7:45 a.m. - 12:37 a.m.MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

32h 52m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Toronto Pearson Intl

7:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

35h 30m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Los Angeles San Francisco

C$ 2,330Multiple Airlines

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

7:30 a.m. - 3:59 p.m.MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

24h 29m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

2:00 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

31h 35m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

C$ 2,455Air Canada

Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

8:00 a.m. - 7:45 p.m.MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

27h 45m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

8:30 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

49h 05m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

C$ 2,508Air Canada

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

8:00 a.m. - 7:45 p.m.MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

27h 45m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

2:00 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

31h 35m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

C$ 2,607Air Canada

Tue, 27 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

10:45 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

41h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Calgary

6:10 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

36h 20m2 stops Calgary Los Angeles

C$ 2,825WestJet

Tue, 27 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

10:45 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

41h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Calgary

6:10 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

36h 20m2 stops Calgary Los Angeles

C$ 2,826WestJet

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa. It’s 33% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa at C$ 2,003 round-trip.
•April (C$ 3,017) and February (C$ 2,896) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Ottawa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Ottawa flight?
Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa range from C$ 2,207 to C$ 2,727, with an average of C$ 2,495 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 2,207 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,929 to C$ 5,116. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa looking right now?
One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about C$ 1,282.
What car rental options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?
Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 18 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Budget
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,687 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 2,836, a difference of C$ 1,149.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Ottawa?
Ottawa is 15 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Eastern Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which popular places can I visit in Ottawa?
Some of the most popular sights in Ottawa are National Arts Centre, Shaw Centre, and Canal Rideau Memorial. These are among the most viewed places in Ottawa on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 1,687, about C$ 1,149 less than Friday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Ottawa trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 2,003 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,014 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ottawa Airport.

• Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
• Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport
• Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Airport

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