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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport from $1,048

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — MEL
19 Jun — 26 Jun1
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 20 May 2026.

Wed 27/518:05
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/606:00
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$2,035
Wed 10/618:05
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 00m
Air Canada
Sat 20/618:00
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops44h 49m
Air Canada
Deal found 15/5$2,043
Tue 6/1010:25
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops52h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/1116:10
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops62h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$2,136
Tue 6/1005:00
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops41h 05m
Air Canada
Fri 6/1107:45
MEL
-
YOW
3 stops29h 33m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/5$2,182
Tue 22/1208:50
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/213:45
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops46h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5$2,277
Mon 29/606:55
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops38h 10m
Air Canada
Mon 6/706:00
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops24h 26m
Air Canada
Deal found 15/5$2,307
Mon 22/618:05
YOW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 30m
Air Canada
Sun 12/720:45
MEL
-
YOW
2 stops42h 04m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/5$2,473
Wed 10/618:20
YOW
-
MEL
3 stops27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/620:15
MEL
-
YOW
3 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$2,475

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 (MEL). 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 20 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,136

One-way from

$1,048

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,055
6/10-6/11
  • 6/10-6/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 114h 50m total
  • Ottawa to Melbourne
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15/6
  • 15/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 30m total
  • Ottawa to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($230 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($102 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 29/6

06:55-11:05

2 stops38h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 6/7

06:00-16:26

2 stops24h 26m

$2,307

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Sun 9/8

06:55-11:05

2 stops38h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

20:30-00:49

2 stops42h 19m

$2,577

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 29/6

06:55-11:35

2 stops38h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

18:00-17:04

2 stops37h 04m

$2,590

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 22/6

22:15-11:35

3 stops47h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

06:00-17:04

2 stops25h 04m

$2,722

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Fri 26/6

07:20-06:45

2 stops33h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 4/7

09:45-00:40

2 stops28h 55m

$2,841

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Wed 1/7

06:00-06:45

2 stops58h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 13/7

09:45-19:20

2 stops47h 35m

$2,890

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Sat 13/6

16:00-11:05

3 stops29h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 2/7

06:00-21:15

3 stops29h 15m

$3,336
Fastest return journey

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Fri 3/7

14:52-07:30

2 stops26h 38m

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

09:30-18:48

2 stops23h 18m

$3,494
Cheapest one-way

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 15/6

05:05-11:20

2 stops40h 15m

$1,178
Fastest single journey

OttawaMelbourne

YOW - MEL

YOWMEL

Ottawa

Mon 1/6

07:20-10:25

3 stops37h 05m

$1,178

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport (average of $2,055). Flying from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,080). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport?

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?

    Located just 10.6 km from the city centre, Ottawa is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Ottawa. Booking flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 0 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport in 38h 10m. Fly via Air Canada to get the fastest option. Ottawa and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 16563 km.

  • 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 holiday 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 Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport (average of $2,055). Flying from Ottawa to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $3,080). 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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