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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Cape Town from C$ 1,195

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — CPT
26 Apr — 3 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 March 2026.

Sun 1/118:10 p.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops51h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/1112:40 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops31h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3C$ 1,532
Mon 11/55:25 p.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops30h 25m
KLM
Mon 18/57:40 a.m.
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops37h 20m
KLM
Deal found 26/3C$ 1,591
Fri 1/55:25 p.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops46h 00m
KLM
Mon 15/611:15 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops45h 45m
KLM
Deal found 26/3C$ 1,593
Sun 1/116:00 p.m.
YOW
-
CPT
1 stop17h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 10/118:50 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops23h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/3C$ 1,598
Sun 31/55:25 p.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops22h 00m
KLM
Sat 6/611:15 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops45h 45m
KLM
Deal found 22/3C$ 1,606
Tue 21/45:25 p.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops63h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 28/45:55 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops46h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/3C$ 1,797

Find flight deals from Ottawa to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 27 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,593

One-way from

C$ 1,195

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 1,594
KLM
  • KLM
  • 1/5-15/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 91h 45m total
  • Ottawa to Cape Town
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6/5
  • 6/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 05m total
  • Ottawa to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (C$ 605 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 86 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Mon 20/4

5:10 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops22h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

11:45 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop21h 15m

C$ 1,943

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Sun 24/5

5:50 p.m.-5:20 p.m.

2 stops41h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

8:00 p.m.-3:11 p.m.

2 stops49h 11m

C$ 1,952

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Sat 25/4

10:44 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

2 stops22h 36m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

5:55 p.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops35h 59m

C$ 1,963

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Tue 28/4

5:10 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops22h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

11:15 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

2 stops45h 45m

C$ 1,972

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Sun 24/5

12:00 p.m.-11:30 a.m.

2 stops41h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

6:25 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops53h 10m

C$ 1,983
Quickest round-trip

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Mon 20/4

2:40 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

1 stop18h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

7:50 p.m.-9:11 a.m.

1 stop19h 21m

C$ 2,020

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Sat 23/5

6:55 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

2 stops46h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

6:25 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops53h 10m

C$ 2,032

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Tue 28/4

12:00 p.m.-4:40 p.m.

2 stops46h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

1:15 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops34h 20m

C$ 2,032

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Thu 7/5

12:00 p.m.-11:30 a.m.

2 stops41h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

6:25 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops53h 10m

C$ 2,053

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Tue 28/4

4:15 p.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops42h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

8:00 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

1 stop20h 03m

C$ 2,117

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Cape Town (average of C$ 1,140). Flying from Ottawa to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,616). 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 to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Cape Town?

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 27 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM and United Airlines from Ottawa to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,478 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.8
Good
1,478 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,478 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,493 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,478 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Cape Town?

    Airlines like KLM, United Airlines, and Emirates fly from Ottawa to Cape Town in about 22h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 15m. The distance from Ottawa to Cape Town is about 12907 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Ottawa to Cape Town is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 1,242 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is KLM, starting at C$ 1,387. United Airlines is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Cape Town 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 Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Cape Town (average of C$ 1,140). Flying from Ottawa to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,616). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Ottawa to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,242AverageC$ 1,949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestC$ 1,387AverageC$ 1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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