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Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Ottawa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ottawa? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $1,802. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Ottawa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Ottawa flights are currently cheapest in June.

Alternative Melbourne Tullamarine to Ottawa routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Melbourne Tullamarine to Ottawa? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Melbourne to Ottawa: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,457
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Ottawa: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Ottawa: Ottawa International and Ottawa Gatineau.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Ottawa is $1,457. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Ottawa. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,457.
There are no flights flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Ottawa, as of May 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Ottawa is usually September.
If you're flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, the cheapest airport near Ottawa is Ottawa International – which is 11.2 km away from the center of Ottawa. We've found flights to this airport from $1,457.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ottawa on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and Ottawa. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Ottawa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Ottawa is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Ottawa, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -16°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Fiji Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Ottawa.

Traveling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Ottawa: what you need to know

  • Ottawa is 15 hours behind Melbourne, where Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located. Ottawa follows the UTC-4 timezone.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MEL to Ottawa flight.

  • Traveling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • MEL is about 19 kilometers from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel near MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ottawa, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • 67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Ottawa

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ottawa flight is $818. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,457. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from MEL to Ottawa, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ottawa is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices across each month and land an awesome deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MEL to Ottawa by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ottawa by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Ottawa

Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)

  • Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa takes around 20 minutes by car. The center is roughly 24 kilometers away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've jetted in on a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy accommodation options near YND.

  • Grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car and discover parts of Ottawa that aren't in every guidebook. You can book your wheels with Hertz.

  • Reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport several weeks in advance of your flight from MEL to Ottawa. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, book even earlier to lock in the best possible deal.

Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is roughly 13 kilometers from central Ottawa. Once you've disembarked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near YOW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your MEL to Ottawa flight:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at YOW will help you stay within budget.

  • The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.

Best time to go to Ottawa

  • Before you book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Ottawa offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • When booking your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ottawa plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from MEL to Ottawa in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.

More about Ottawa

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ottawa right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Ottawa:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are must-do's during your Ottawa adventure.

Explore more of Canada

  • Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Ottawa. Around 354 kilometers away to the south-west, well-known attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.

  • If you're ready to explore another major destination in Canada, head for Montreal, about 153 kilometers east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are the start of reasons to visit.

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