Flying from Melbourne to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) leaving from here.
Ottawa is 15 hours behind Melbourne. Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located in Ottawa, which is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Your flight from Melbourne to YOW won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to YOW flight is easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel gives you a head start on the journey.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80.09% of them landing as planned.
About Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near YOW:
Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and discover Ottawa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
The centre of Ottawa is around 11 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
It takes around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
623 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Return flights start from 1.192 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to YOW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit Ottawa. August is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Melbourne to YOW plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Ottawa:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are attractions you won't want to skip in Ottawa.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Ottawa, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey around 153 kilometres east to Montreal to tick off its top attractions. From Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Canada, consider Laval, about 153 kilometres east of Ottawa. Le Cosmodôme, SkyVenture Montréal and illumi Laval are the start of reasons to visit.