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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from C$ 1,071

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — JNB
3 Aug — 10 Aug1
1 adult

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 29 July 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,572

One-way from

C$ 1,071

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 2,372
KLM
  • KLM
  • 25/8-10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 50m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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12/9
  • 12/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 20m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 387 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 74 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 29 July 2025.

Mon 25/85:15 p.m.YOW - JNB
1 stop33h 35mKLM
Wed 10/96:50 p.m.JNB - YOW
1 stop26h 15mKLM
Deal found 28/7C$ 1,572
Mon 25/810:55 a.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/99:50 a.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7C$ 1,674
Thu 7/85:50 p.m.YOW - JNB
1 stop17h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/109:20 p.m.JNB - YOW
1 stop20h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/7C$ 2,207
Mon 25/86:40 p.m.YOW - JNB
3 stops32h 40mSWISS
Wed 10/97:35 p.m.JNB - YOW
3 stops27h 44mSWISS
Deal found 28/7C$ 2,960
Sat 2/88:55 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops53h 40mAir Canada
Fri 22/87:00 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops43h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 27/7C$ 3,032
Tue 9/96:00 a.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops28h 15mEmirates
Wed 10/910:20 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops44h 44mEmirates
Deal found 28/7C$ 14,440

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Fly from

Ottawa

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 25/8

5:15 p.m.-8:50 a.m.

1 stop33h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/9

6:50 p.m.-3:05 p.m.

1 stop26h 15m

C$ 1,572

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 25/8

10:55 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

2 stops39h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/9

9:50 a.m.-8:05 p.m.

2 stops40h 15m

C$ 1,674

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 25/8

6:40 p.m.-9:20 a.m.

3 stops32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/9

7:35 p.m.-5:19 p.m.

3 stops27h 44m

C$ 2,960

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Tue 9/9

6:00 a.m.-4:15 p.m.

2 stops28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/9

10:20 p.m.-1:04 p.m.

2 stops44h 44m

C$ 14,440

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Fri 12/9

11:00 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

3 stops39h 20m

C$ 1,071

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Fri 12/9

5:15 p.m.-8:30 a.m.

1 stop33h 15m

C$ 1,421

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Deals found on 29/7

Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of C$ 989). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,393). 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.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Paris (CDG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 74% of one-stop itineraries from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Paris (CDG) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 2,023.

What’s the fastest layover option from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 16h 12m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 12m.

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 29 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andSWISS 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,683 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to OR Tambo. 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 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. 4 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.

  • 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 KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 1,572 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and Emirates, starting at C$ 2,960 and C$ 14,440 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 11% 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of C$ 989). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,393). 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 4 airlines flying from Ottawa to OR Tambo

Discover the top 4 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 29 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,112AverageC$ 1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,130AverageC$ 2,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestC$ 1,371AverageC$ 1,725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestC$ 1,600AverageC$ 1,872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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