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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg from C$ 916

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — JNB
12 Aug — 19 Aug1
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 13 July 2026.

Sun 11/106:05 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
United Airlines
Mon 26/1010:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
1 stop29h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/7C$ 1,574
Mon 16/115:40 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops57h 20m
Air Canada
Wed 25/118:40 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops45h 57m
Air Canada
Deal found 9/7C$ 1,584
Mon 26/107:50 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/118:40 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops32h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7C$ 1,595
Thu 8/106:01 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop18h 29m
United Airlines
Mon 26/1010:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
1 stop29h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/7C$ 1,598
Mon 16/117:50 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops55h 10m
Air Canada
Tue 24/117:55 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops51h 02m
Air Canada
Deal found 9/7C$ 1,605
Tue 13/1012:00 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 25/1010:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops27h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/7C$ 1,609
Mon 16/1110:50 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops40h 10m
Air Canada
Mon 30/117:55 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops29h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 9/7C$ 1,612
Thu 8/106:01 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop18h 29m
United Airlines
Sun 25/1010:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
1 stop21h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/7C$ 1,622
Wed 2/99:30 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops53h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/127:55 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops33h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7C$ 1,628
Wed 4/117:35 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/117:55 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops33h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7C$ 1,634

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 13 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,574

One-way from

C$ 916

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 2,549
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 11/10-26/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 14m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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31/8
  • 31/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 63h 05m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (C$ 442 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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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 14/10

10:25 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

2 stops26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

10:00 p.m.-7:27 p.m.

2 stops27h 27m

C$ 1,574

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 4/11

7:35 p.m.-8:20 a.m.

2 stops29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

7:55 p.m.-10:32 p.m.

2 stops33h 37m

C$ 1,635
Quickest round-trip

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 12/10

6:01 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop18h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

7:45 p.m.-7:27 p.m.

2 stops29h 42m

C$ 1,648

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 4/11

6:00 a.m.-6:35 p.m.

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

10:00 p.m.-9:56 p.m.

1 stop30h 56m

C$ 1,667

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 8/11

6:00 a.m.-6:35 p.m.

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/5

10:25 a.m.-2:27 p.m.

2 stops34h 02m

C$ 1,720

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 2/9

2:52 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

2 stops21h 38m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

10:00 p.m.-9:56 p.m.

1 stop30h 56m

C$ 1,767

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sat 10/10

6:01 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop18h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

7:45 p.m.-7:27 p.m.

2 stops29h 42m

C$ 1,767
Cheapest one-way

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 31/8

6:55 a.m.-4:00 a.m.

3 stops63h 05m

C$ 916

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Fri 7/8

6:25 p.m.-8:20 a.m.

3 stops55h 55m

C$ 1,074

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 28/9

5:55 p.m.-3:50 p.m.

3 stops39h 55m

C$ 1,186

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg (average of C$ 851). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,655). 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.

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 13 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg, such as KLM and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,538 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7.8
Good
1,538 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,538 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,984 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,538 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Johannesburg. 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 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 2 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 26h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13079 km.

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

    KLM, at C$ 850, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Johannesburg. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. Users have found that KLM is 54% 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg (average of C$ 851). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,655). 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 Johannesburg

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg. 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 13 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestC$ 850AverageC$ 1,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,323AverageC$ 1,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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