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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from C$ 1,043

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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — JNB
27 Nov — 4 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 October 2025.

Fri 21/115:40 a.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/112:30 p.m.JNB - YOW
3 stops41h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 1,436
Mon 22/126:00 a.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/12:30 p.m.JNB - YOW
3 stops31h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/10C$ 1,754
Fri 21/115:55 p.m.YOW - JNB
1 stop17h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 28/1110:25 a.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops44h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 1,881
Tue 11/114:45 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/111:45 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops35h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 1,964
Wed 10/125:20 p.m.YOW - JNB
1 stop35h 50mKLM
Wed 17/127:20 p.m.JNB - YOW
1 stop26h 50mKLM
Deal found 26/10C$ 2,186
Wed 10/122:05 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/128:15 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops28h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/10C$ 2,193
Thu 11/125:45 a.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops44h 45mAir Canada
Sun 11/110:10 a.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops61h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 26/10C$ 2,246
Wed 10/1210:50 a.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops40h 40mSWISS
Wed 17/128:15 p.m.JNB - YOW
3 stops30h 03mSWISS
Deal found 26/10C$ 2,326

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 28 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,336

One-way from

C$ 1,043

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 1,376
2/3-28/4
  • 2/3-28/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 71h 35m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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11/11
  • 11/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 45m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (C$ 546 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 90 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Ottawa

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 4/3

3:15 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

1 stop20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

3:05 p.m.-11:43 p.m.

2 stops38h 38m

C$ 1,415

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sat 28/2

5:48 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

1 stop17h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

10:25 a.m.-9:47 a.m.

2 stops29h 22m

C$ 1,425

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 11/2

6:20 a.m.-6:35 p.m.

2 stops29h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

3:05 p.m.-2:27 p.m.

2 stops30h 22m

C$ 1,425

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Fri 21/11

5:40 a.m.-1:05 p.m.

2 stops24h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

2:30 p.m.-12:42 a.m.

3 stops41h 12m

C$ 1,436

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sat 7/3

5:00 a.m.-6:35 p.m.

2 stops30h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

3:05 p.m.-11:43 p.m.

2 stops38h 38m

C$ 1,445

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Fri 13/3

5:57 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

1 stop18h 38m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

3:05 p.m.-9:47 a.m.

2 stops24h 42m

C$ 1,511

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 2/3

2:50 p.m.-10:30 a.m.

3 stops36h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

7:30 p.m.-5:36 p.m.

3 stops28h 06m

C$ 1,667

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 4/3

5:45 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

2 stops45h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

11:15 p.m.-3:05 p.m.

2 stops45h 50m

C$ 1,669

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Tue 23/12

7:15 a.m.-1:05 p.m.

2 stops22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/1

2:30 p.m.-1:18 p.m.

3 stops29h 48m

C$ 1,754

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Tue 11/11

3:35 p.m.-7:20 a.m.

3 stops56h 45m

C$ 1,043

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of C$ 1,001). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,509). 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 OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 28 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Air France, andUnited Airlines from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,482 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

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

    Ottawa (YOW), located 10.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 3 airlines have flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Departing from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport will take you 20h 20m. There are 13079 km between Ottawa and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Air France. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 1,132 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and KLM, starting at C$ 1,152 and C$ 1,350 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 34% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to OR Tambo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of C$ 1,001). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,509). 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 OR Tambo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to OR Tambo. 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 28 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,132AverageC$ 1,445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,152AverageC$ 1,927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestC$ 1,350AverageC$ 1,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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