Travelling from Melbourne to Ottawa: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Ottawa departing from here.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is where you'll be landing in Ottawa.
Ottawa is 15 hours behind Melbourne and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Melbourne to Ottawa flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Ottawa
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Melbourne to Ottawa flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Melbourne to Ottawa throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Ottawa, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Arriving in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Ottawa. Book one of these accommodation options near YND instead:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Ottawa that most tourists miss.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates generally rise as your departure date approaches.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The centre of Ottawa is approximately 11 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). After your flight from Melbourne to Ottawa has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 45 minutes.
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
You'll find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Melbourne to Melbourne. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel prices are typically higher and top attractions can get busy. Go to Melbourne in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Melbourne to Ottawa ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Ottawa to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Ottawa in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC 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. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Ottawa:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are major attractions which should feature on every Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Ottawa, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its leading sights. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
