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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg from C$ 1,082

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — JNB
5 Mar — 12 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 February 2026.

Sun 10/59:30 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops53h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/59:15 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
1 stop21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2C$ 1,245
Tue 14/48:05 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/59:15 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
1 stop25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2C$ 1,265
Tue 14/410:44 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 46m
United Airlines
Tue 12/510:25 a.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops29h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/2C$ 1,326
Wed 15/45:50 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop18h 40m
United Airlines
Sun 19/43:05 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops24h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2C$ 1,332
Mon 16/36:20 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops58h 10m
Air Canada
Tue 24/310:10 a.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops57h 57m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/2C$ 1,359
Sun 1/39:15 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops42h 15m
Air Canada
Sun 8/310:10 a.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops52h 08m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/2C$ 1,372
Sun 15/37:55 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops56h 35m
Air Canada
Tue 24/310:10 a.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops53h 31m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/2C$ 1,385
Thu 19/36:05 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops57h 25m
Air Canada
Tue 24/310:10 a.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops57h 57m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/2C$ 1,411
Wed 11/310:55 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/310:10 a.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops53h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2C$ 1,419
Mon 16/37:15 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/32:30 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
3 stops30h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2C$ 1,420

Find flight deals from Ottawa to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 3 February 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,245

One-way from

C$ 1,082

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 1,388
10/5-17/5
  • 10/5-17/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 75h 00m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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19/3
  • 19/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 35m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 85 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Ottawa

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Tue 14/4

8:05 p.m.-8:50 a.m.

2 stops30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

9:15 p.m.-5:05 p.m.

1 stop25h 50m

C$ 1,265

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Tue 14/4

10:44 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

2 stops25h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

10:25 a.m.-10:03 a.m.

2 stops29h 38m

C$ 1,326

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 15/4

6:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

2 stops30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

3:05 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

2 stops24h 58m

C$ 1,332

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 1/3

9:15 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

2 stops42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

10:10 a.m.-8:18 a.m.

2 stops52h 08m

C$ 1,372

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 11/3

10:55 p.m.-10:25 a.m.

1 stop29h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

10:10 a.m.-9:41 a.m.

2 stops53h 31m

C$ 1,419

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 11/3

10:55 p.m.-10:30 a.m.

2 stops53h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

10:10 a.m.-2:07 p.m.

2 stops57h 57m

C$ 1,427

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Thu 19/3

6:45 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

3 stops43h 35m

C$ 1,082

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Thu 19/3

6:20 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop35h 50m

C$ 1,426

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 22/3

6:55 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

3 stops52h 40m

C$ 3,387

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 25/3

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

3 stops53h 35m

C$ 3,409

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg (average of C$ 785). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,510). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 3 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg, such as KLM,Air France, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,531 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,236 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg?

    Most people fly from Ottawa (YOW) if they book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg. On average, Ottawa has 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day from 3 airlines. Ottawa is conveniently located just 10.6 km from Ottawa’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg?

    Departing from Ottawa to Johannesburg will take you 25h 46m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13079 km.

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

    Air France, at C$ 1,105, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Johannesburg.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and KLM. Users have found that Air France is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg (average of C$ 785). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,510). 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 3 airlines flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,105AverageC$ 1,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,125AverageC$ 1,856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestC$ 1,314AverageC$ 1,416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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