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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ottawa from C$ 1,334

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — YOW
19 Feb — 26 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from 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 20 January 2026.

Thu 5/38:50 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops27h 22m
United Airlines
Thu 12/36:20 a.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops26h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 1,334
Tue 17/28:50 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops27h 17m
United Airlines
Tue 24/22:15 p.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops20h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,335
Mon 21/128:10 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops28h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/110:45 a.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1C$ 1,569
Tue 17/27:00 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
3 stops36h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/25:40 a.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1C$ 2,339
Thu 5/38:30 a.m.
CPT
-
YOW
3 stops40h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/35:40 a.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 2,367
Wed 12/81:15 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/86:00 a.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1C$ 2,454
Wed 28/18:50 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops27h 22m
United Airlines
Sun 1/210:30 a.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops24h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/1C$ 2,549
Tue 17/26:55 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
3 stops36h 48m
American Airlines
Tue 24/26:40 a.m.
YOW
-
CPT
3 stops42h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/1C$ 7,468

Find 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 20 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,334

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 1,528
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 5/3-12/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 42m total
  • South Africa to Ottawa
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Return

Price

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

8:50 p.m.-5:12 p.m.

2 stops27h 22m

Ottawa

Thu 12/3

6:20 a.m.-3:05 p.m.

2 stops26h 45m

C$ 1,334

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/2

8:50 p.m.-5:07 p.m.

2 stops27h 17m

Ottawa

Tue 24/2

2:15 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

2 stops20h 45m

C$ 1,335

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

8:30 a.m.-6:26 p.m.

3 stops40h 56m

Ottawa

Thu 12/3

5:40 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

2 stops26h 05m

C$ 2,367

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/2

6:55 p.m.-12:43 a.m.

3 stops36h 48m

Ottawa

Tue 24/2

6:40 a.m.-8:05 a.m.

3 stops42h 25m

C$ 7,468

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/3

7:55 a.m.-4:10 p.m.

1 stop38h 15m

C$ 5,837

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/3

6:55 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

2 stops53h 40m

C$ 6,456

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/3

1:40 p.m.-1:18 p.m.

2 stops29h 38m

C$ 6,461

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Deals found on 18/1

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ottawa (average of C$ 1,080). Flying from South Africa to Ottawa in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,248). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Ottawa. 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 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 27h 22m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 1,334. Airlines will cover a distance of 12907 km.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ottawa (average of C$ 1,080). Flying from South Africa to Ottawa in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,248). 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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