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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from C$ 969

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — JNB
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to OR Tambo

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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 27 July 2026.

Sun 18/106:00 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops30h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 2/1110:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops47h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/7C$ 1,603
Tue 8/910:40 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 15/910:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops29h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/7C$ 1,623
Sun 18/106:05 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
United Airlines
Sat 31/1010:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
1 stop30h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/7C$ 1,629
Thu 15/103:10 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
United Airlines
Sat 31/1010:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
1 stop30h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/7C$ 1,654
Wed 2/98:50 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops41h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/127:55 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops44h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7C$ 1,677
Wed 2/99:00 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops51h 40m
Lufthansa
Tue 1/127:55 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops49h 17m
Lufthansa
Deal found 26/7C$ 1,691
Sun 18/106:00 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops30h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 29/1010:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops22h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/7C$ 1,704
Thu 15/106:05 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 29/1010:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops22h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/7C$ 1,729
Mon 7/97:00 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops41h 40m
Air Canada
Mon 14/97:20 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops29h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 24/7C$ 1,742

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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 27 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,603

One-way from

C$ 969

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 2,891
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 18/10-2/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 77h 39m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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6/9
  • 6/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 40m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (C$ 690 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 126 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Tue 8/9

3:10 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

10:00 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

1 stop30h 35m

C$ 1,623

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 2/9

9:00 p.m.-6:40 a.m.

2 stops51h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

7:55 p.m.-2:12 p.m.

2 stops49h 17m

C$ 1,691
Quickest round-trip

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 2/9

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

2 stops26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

10:00 p.m.-1:26 p.m.

1 stop22h 26m

C$ 1,854

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 17/8

5:25 p.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

6:50 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop26h 10m

C$ 1,963

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 7/9

5:10 p.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

6:50 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop26h 10m

C$ 2,066
Cheapest one-way

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 6/9

7:40 p.m.-3:50 p.m.

2 stops38h 10m

C$ 1,160
Quickest one-way

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 6/9

5:10 p.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop35h 10m

C$ 1,496

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 6/9

5:10 p.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop35h 10m

C$ 7,620

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of C$ 1,384). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,891). 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 27 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM and United 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
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
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Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,045 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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. 2 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 21h 20m. There are 13079 km between Ottawa and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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$ 846 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at C$ 1,317. You may be able to fly from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 55% 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of C$ 1,384). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,891). 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 OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 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 27 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestC$ 846AverageC$ 1,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,317AverageC$ 1,538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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