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).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa.

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 $1,717 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,886, a difference of $1,169. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,048 to $4,847. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $952, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Ottawa?

Ottawa is 16 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Eastern Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?

Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $63 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?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa range from $2,268 to $2,780, with an average of $2,538 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,268 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?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa at $2,061 return. •January ($3,280) and April ($3,070) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% 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 New Zealand ($2,293) and Air Canada ($2,373) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec

21:00 - 00:56MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

43h 56m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

17:40 - 13:35YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

27h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,943Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec

21:00 - 23:55MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

42h 55m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

17:40 - 15:35YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

29h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,025Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 9 Feb - Thu, 18 Mar

08:15 - 00:56MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

32h 41m2 stops Auckland Intl Vancouver Intl

07:45 - 10:55YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

36h 10m2 stops Vancouver Intl Auckland Intl

$2,293Air New Zealand

1 day ago

Tue, 9 Feb - Thu, 18 Mar

07:10 - 15:59MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

24h 49m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

16:10 - 13:05YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

29h 55m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,373Air Canada

1 day ago

Tue, 9 Feb - Thu, 18 Mar

08:00 - 19:30MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

27h 30m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

16:10 - 13:05YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

29h 55m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,392Air Canada

1 day ago

Tue, 8 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec

09:20 - 23:40MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

30h 20m3 stops Brisbane Los Angeles Calgary

06:10 - 10:05YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

35h 55m3 stops Calgary Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,392Qantas Airways

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Sat, 6 Feb - Sun, 14 Mar

07:10 - 15:59MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

24h 49m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

17:40 - 14:15YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

29h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$2,424Air Canada

1 day ago

Sat, 6 Feb - Sun, 14 Mar

07:30 - 18:45MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

27h 15m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

17:40 - 14:15YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

29h 35m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane

$2,442Air Canada

1 day ago

Wed, 10 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar

07:10 - 15:59MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

24h 49m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

17:40 - 12:35YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

27h 55m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,570Air Canada

1 day ago

Wed, 10 Feb - Thu, 18 Mar

08:10 - 15:59MEL Melbourne-YOW Ottawa

23h 49m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

07:45 - 13:05YOW Ottawa-MEL Melbourne

38h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,570Air Canada

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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 return 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.: •August is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa at $2,061 return.
•January ($3,280) and April ($3,070) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa.
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?
Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Ottawa range from $2,268 to $2,780, with an average of $2,538 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,268 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, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,048 to $4,847. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $952, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?
Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $63 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 $1,717 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,886, a difference of $1,169.

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

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,717, about $1,169 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 August. Fares historically average $2,061 return in that month – typically $1,218 less than the most expensive month, which is January (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
• Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau

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