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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ottawa from C$ 1,938

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — YOW
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Ottawa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Ottawa flight deals. Data was last updated 21 August 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,938

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,989
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 4/10-11/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 08m total
  • South Africa to Ottawa
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 August 2025.

Sat 4/107:50 p.m.CPT - YOW
1 stop19h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/106:33 a.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops26h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/8C$ 1,938
Sat 4/101:05 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops30h 04mEmirates
Sat 11/106:00 a.m.YOW - CPT
3 stops55h 55mEmirates
Deal found 20/8C$ 2,445

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South Africa

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Ottawa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/10

7:50 p.m.-9:11 a.m.

1 stop19h 21m

Ottawa

Sat 11/10

6:33 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

2 stops26h 47m

C$ 1,938

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

1:40 p.m.-12:22 p.m.

2 stops29h 42m

Ottawa

Sun 8/2

5:45 a.m.-11:40 a.m.

2 stops46h 55m

C$ 2,088

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/10

1:05 p.m.-1:09 p.m.

2 stops30h 04m

Ottawa

Sat 11/10

6:00 a.m.-7:55 p.m.

3 stops55h 55m

C$ 2,445

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

8:50 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

2 stops24h 40m

Ottawa

Sun 8/2

3:11 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

1 stop19h 49m

C$ 2,542

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Deals found on 20/8

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Ottawa

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from South Africa to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 326). 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 is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Ottawa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 August 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Ottawa as you normally would.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Ottawa from South Africa?

    Located just 10.6 km from the city centre, Ottawa (YOW) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Ottawa from South Africa.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Ottawa?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Ottawa can take about 19h 21m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 1,938. Airlines will cover a distance of 12907 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Ottawa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Ottawa 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 South Africa to Ottawa?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ottawa (average of C$ 224). Flying from South Africa to Ottawa in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 326). 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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