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Cheap flights from Ottawa to South Africa from C$ 1,695

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
YOW — JNB
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult
Tue 30/4
Tue 7/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ottawa to South Africa?

To save on the cost of your flight from Ottawa to South Africa, book at least 33 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 52% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from C$ 1,659 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as C$ 2,436.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to South Africa?

The best pricing can be found in the month of April. Prices to South Africa from Ottawa average C$ 2,065. You can even find prices in April for less than C$ 2,065, as users have found deals to South Africa from as low as C$ 1,370. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to South Africa from Ottawa. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 48%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to South Africa (YOW - ZA)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Ottawa to South Africa as you normally would.

Cheap SWISS flights from Ottawa to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by SWISS for the route between Ottawa and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced SWISS flights heading from Ottawa to South Africa. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Fri 11/101:25 p.m.YOW - CPT
3 stops43h 05mSWISS
Sun 20/103:50 p.m.CPT - YOW
3 stops31h 40mSWISS
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,603
Sun 12/56:40 p.m.YOW - JNB
3 stops32h 30mSWISS
Thu 16/57:35 p.m.JNB - YOW
3 stops26h 57mSWISS
Deal found 25/4C$ 6,213
Thu 2/56:40 p.m.YOW - CPT
3 stops54h 30mSWISS
Fri 17/510:55 a.m.CPT - YOW
3 stops36h 45mSWISS
Deal found 23/4C$ 6,287
Fri 27/912:00 p.m.YOW - CPT
3 stops45h 10mSWISS
Sat 5/103:20 p.m.CPT - YOW
3 stops32h 10mSWISS
Deal found 23/4C$ 10,107

Cheap United Airlines flights from Ottawa to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Ottawa and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on United Airlines flights from Ottawa to South Africa. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Thu 2/56:05 a.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops27h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 17/58:00 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops51h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 2,066
Sun 5/57:30 p.m.YOW - CPT
1 stop37h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/58:00 p.m.CPT - YOW
1 stop28h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 4,676
Sun 12/55:55 p.m.YOW - JNB
1 stop17h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 16/58:00 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops31h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/4C$ 8,493
Fri 27/97:30 p.m.YOW - CPT
1 stop37h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/107:50 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops27h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 11,573

Cheap Ottawa to South Africa flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Ottawa to South Africa specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Prices were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Ottawa to South Africa in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Thu 2/56:05 a.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops27h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 17/58:00 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops51h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 2,066
Thu 2/59:00 p.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/52:35 p.m.CPT - YOW
3 stops26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 2,076
Sun 5/55:55 p.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops39h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/58:00 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops22h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 4,676
Thu 2/56:40 p.m.YOW - CPT
3 stops54h 30mSWISS
Fri 17/510:55 a.m.CPT - YOW
3 stops36h 45mSWISS
Deal found 23/4C$ 6,287

Ottawa to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Ottawa and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Ottawa to South Africa in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 2/116:15 p.m.YOW - JNB
1 stop32h 40mAir France
Wed 20/117:50 p.m.JNB - YOW
1 stop26h 15mAir France
Deal found 24/4C$ 1,695
Sat 2/117:25 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/1110:00 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops28h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 1,900
Sat 2/116:15 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops21h 55mAir France
Wed 20/117:50 p.m.JNB - YOW
1 stop26h 15mAir France
Deal found 24/4C$ 1,971
Thu 2/56:05 a.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops27h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 17/58:00 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops51h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 2,066
Fri 11/107:10 a.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 20/101:50 p.m.CPT - YOW
3 stops29h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,071
Thu 2/59:00 p.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/52:35 p.m.CPT - YOW
3 stops26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 2,076
Fri 11/1010:40 a.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 20/101:00 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops31h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,146
Fri 11/105:55 p.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 20/108:00 p.m.CPT - YOW
1 stop33h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,348
Sat 2/117:00 p.m.YOW - JNB
3 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 20/119:35 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops28h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4C$ 2,356

Ottawa to South Africa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Ottawa to South Africa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Ottawa to South Africa. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Thu 2/56:05 a.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops27h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 17/58:00 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops51h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 2,066
Thu 2/59:00 p.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/52:35 p.m.CPT - YOW
3 stops26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 2,076
Thu 2/56:40 p.m.YOW - CPT
3 stops54h 30mSWISS
Fri 17/510:55 a.m.CPT - YOW
3 stops36h 45mSWISS
Deal found 23/4C$ 6,287

Find flights from Ottawa to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.

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OttawaJohannesburg OR Tambo

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 12/5

2 stops43h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/5

2 stops33h 49m

C$ 1,990

OttawaCape Town Intl

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Fri 11/10

2 stops25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/10

3 stops29h 23m

C$ 2,071

OttawaCape Town Intl

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Fri 11/10

2 stops42h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/10

2 stops31h 28m

C$ 2,146

OttawaJohannesburg OR Tambo

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 12/5

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/5

3 stops26h 31m

C$ 2,323

OttawaCape Town Intl

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Fri 11/10

2 stops22h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/10

1 stop33h 49m

C$ 2,348

OttawaCape Town Intl

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Fri 11/10

3 stops43h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/10

3 stops31h 40m

C$ 2,603

OttawaCape Town Intl

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Fri 11/10

1 stop37h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/10

1 stop24h 28m

C$ 3,146

OttawaCape Town Intl

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Sun 5/5

1 stop37h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/5

1 stop28h 55m

C$ 4,676

OttawaCape Town Intl

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Fri 27/9

2 stops46h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/10

2 stops48h 53m

C$ 8,181

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Deals found on 25/4

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated 25 April 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS, United Airlines and Emirates from Ottawa to South Africa have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

Emirates
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

SWISS
7.8
Good
2,064 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,255 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Good although thete was 2 hours delay in the flight but still is good 😊

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to South Africa. 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 South Africa?

    Located just 10.6 km from the city centre, Ottawa (YOW) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to South Africa from Ottawa.

  • Can I find flights from Ottawa to South Africa for under C$ 2,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Ottawa to South Africa for under C$ 2,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just C$ 1,990, but on average you can expect to pay C$ 5,660.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Ottawa to South Africa for under C$ 2,100?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Ottawa to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than C$ 2,100.

  • What are the most popular routes from Ottawa to South Africa?

    Most travellers choose Ottawa - Cape Town Intl, Ottawa - Port Elizabeth or Ottawa - Johannesburg OR Tambo when deciding on the best route from Ottawa to South Africa.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Ottawa to South Africa?

    The most popular airlines flying from Ottawa to South Africa are Air France, KLM and Lufthansa. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

  • What does YOW to JNB mean?

    Great question - YOW to JNB just means Ottawa Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Ottawa to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Ottawa to South Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Ottawa to South Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to South Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Ottawa to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Ottawa to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Ottawa to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Ottawa to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The Ottawa to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 24/4.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Ottawa to South Africa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to South Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 509,488 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,358AverageC$ 1,800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,363AverageC$ 2,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestC$ 1,486AverageC$ 2,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestC$ 1,710AverageC$ 1,904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 2,143AverageC$ 3,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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