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Cheap flights from Ottawa to South Africa from C$ 1,084
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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — JNB
25 Aug — 1 Sep1
Round-trip
1 adult
Economy
Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to South AfricaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 August 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 August 2025.
Wed 29/106:20 p.m.YOW - CPT
1 stop30h 25mKLM
Mon 10/113:20 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops30h 50mKLM
Deal found 20/8C$ 1,360
Wed 29/107:25 p.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/116:55 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8C$ 1,371
Wed 29/103:10 p.m.YOW - CPT
1 stop19h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/118:50 p.m.CPT - YOW
1 stop34h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/8C$ 1,591
Wed 29/103:10 p.m.YOW - CPT
1 stop19h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/118:50 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops24h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/8C$ 1,894
Sat 4/104:30 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/101:55 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8C$ 1,934
Wed 29/106:00 a.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/111:50 p.m.CPT - YOW
3 stops28h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8C$ 1,952
Thu 2/105:55 a.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/101:50 p.m.CPT - YOW
3 stops40h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8C$ 1,997
Sat 4/105:55 a.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops41h 35mEmirates
Sat 11/101:25 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops29h 44mEmirates
Deal found 20/8C$ 2,026
Sat 4/106:40 p.m.YOW - JNB
3 stops32h 40mSWISS
Sat 11/107:35 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops27h 29mSWISS
Deal found 20/8C$ 2,058
Thu 2/105:15 a.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops28h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/107:50 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops27h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/8C$ 2,069
Sat 4/1010:25 a.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops25h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/109:20 p.m.JNB - YOW
1 stop20h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/8C$ 2,100
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Ottawa
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
OttawaCape Town
YOW - CPT
YOWCPT
Ottawa
Sun 8/2
6:20 p.m.-7:30 a.m.
2 stops54h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 18/2
9:25 a.m.-5:37 p.m.
2 stops39h 12m
C$ 1,356
OttawaCape Town
YOW - CPT
YOWCPT
Ottawa
Wed 29/10
6:20 p.m.-6:45 a.m.
1 stop30h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 10/11
3:20 p.m.-3:10 p.m.
2 stops30h 50m
C$ 1,360
OttawaCape Town
YOW - CPT
YOWCPT
Ottawa
Wed 29/10
7:25 p.m.-8:05 a.m.
2 stops30h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 10/11
6:55 p.m.-2:21 p.m.
2 stops26h 26m
C$ 1,371
OttawaCape Town
YOW - CPT
YOWCPT
Ottawa
Sun 8/2
5:20 p.m.-6:10 a.m.
2 stops29h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 18/2
8:50 a.m.-3:10 p.m.
1 stop37h 20m
C$ 1,392
OttawaCape Town
YOW - CPT
YOWCPT
Ottawa
Wed 29/10
11:10 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
2 stops23h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 9/11
8:50 p.m.-9:56 p.m.
2 stops32h 06m
C$ 1,591
OttawaPort Elizabeth
YOW - PLZ
YOWPLZ
Ottawa
Sun 8/2
5:20 p.m.-3:05 p.m.
2 stops38h 45m
Port Elizabeth
Thu 12/2
3:45 p.m.-3:10 p.m.
2 stops30h 25m
C$ 1,635
OttawaCape Town
YOW - CPT
YOWCPT
Ottawa
Sat 24/1
10:50 a.m.-10:50 a.m.
2 stops41h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 9/2
8:10 p.m.-5:37 p.m.
2 stops28h 27m
C$ 1,696
OttawaCape Town
YOW - CPT
YOWCPT
Ottawa
Wed 11/2
5:40 a.m.-9:55 p.m.
2 stops33h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 21/2
8:50 a.m.-3:10 p.m.
1 stop37h 20m
C$ 1,809
OttawaJohannesburg
YOW - JNB
YOWJNB
Ottawa
Wed 11/2
5:57 p.m.-6:35 p.m.
1 stop17h 38m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 15/2
10:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
2 stops23h 30m
C$ 1,874
OttawaJohannesburg
YOW - JNB
YOWJNB
Ottawa
Sat 4/10
4:30 p.m.-9:40 a.m.
2 stops35h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 11/10
1:55 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
2 stops37h 05m
C$ 1,934
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to South Africa?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to South Africa (average of C$ 989). Flying from Ottawa to South Africa 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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Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Ottawa to South Africa as you normally would.
Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 20 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andAir France from Ottawa to South Africa 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.
Overall
8.1
Food
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMuhammed,Jun 2025
DXB - DUR
Overall
8.1
Food
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMuhammed,Jun 2025
DXB - DUR
Overall
8.1
Food
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMuhammed,Jun 2025
DXB - DUR
Overall
8.1
Food
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMuhammed,Jun 2025
DXB - DUR
Overall
8.1
Food
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMuhammed,Jun 2025
DXB - DUR
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