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Cheap flights from Ottawa to South Africa from C$ 1,064

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 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — JNB
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to South Africa
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 24 February 2026.

Wed 29/46:25 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/59:15 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2C$ 1,306
Thu 9/47:15 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/42:30 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
3 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2C$ 1,341
Tue 24/37:15 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/42:30 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
3 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2C$ 1,346
Mon 20/45:10 p.m.
YOW
-
CPT
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Sun 3/511:45 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
1 stop21h 15m
KLM
Deal found 22/2C$ 1,349
Thu 23/47:15 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops41h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/47:25 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
1 stop23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,360
Wed 11/35:00 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/32:30 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
3 stops28h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,361
Thu 23/45:45 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops42h 55m
Air Canada
Wed 29/48:45 a.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops54h 56m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,364
Fri 10/47:15 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 17/42:30 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
3 stops38h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2C$ 1,365
Sat 24/106:25 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops55h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/1110:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops33h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2C$ 1,369
Fri 10/46:00 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/42:30 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
3 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2C$ 1,394
Mon 23/35:00 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/32:30 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
3 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2C$ 1,413
Tue 28/48:05 p.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/66:50 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
1 stop28h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2C$ 1,413

Find flight deals from Ottawa to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ottawa to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,305

One-way from

C$ 1,064

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 1,494
29/4-6/5
  • 29/4-6/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 55m total
  • Ottawa to South Africa
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10/4
  • 10/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • Ottawa to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (C$ 107 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 84 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Ottawa

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Mon 20/4

5:10 p.m.-9:45 p.m.

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

11:45 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop21h 15m

C$ 1,350

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 15/4

5:50 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop18h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

3:05 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

2 stops24h 58m

C$ 1,418

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Fri 1/5

6:25 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

2 stops45h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

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

1 stop19h 21m

C$ 1,518

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Fri 1/5

5:25 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops46h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

2 stops31h 00m

C$ 1,576

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Fri 12/6

7:20 a.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/6

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

1 stop27h 00m

C$ 1,867

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 1/4

5:50 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop18h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

7:00 p.m.-1:59 p.m.

2 stops48h 59m

C$ 1,871

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Sat 14/3

5:40 a.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops58h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/3

7:40 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

2 stops37h 20m

C$ 1,875

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Sun 31/5

5:50 p.m.-5:10 p.m.

1 stop17h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/6

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

1 stop19h 21m

C$ 1,925

OttawaPort Elizabeth

YOW - PLZ

YOWPLZ

Ottawa

Sun 8/3

5:55 p.m.-11:55 a.m.

2 stops36h 00m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 12/3

12:40 p.m.-1:32 p.m.

2 stops30h 52m

C$ 2,226

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Fri 10/4

5:40 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

2 stops46h 50m

C$ 1,064

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to South Africa

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to South Africa (average of C$ 787). Flying from Ottawa to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,528). 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 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 24 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Air France, andUnited Airlines 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.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.7
Good
1,460 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Air France
7.4
Good
1,537 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,346 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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

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

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

    For as low as C$ 1,418, KLM can have you in South Africa from Ottawa in 18h 40m. The distance from Ottawa to South Africa is about 13079 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Ottawa to South Africa?

    Most travellers choose Ottawa - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Ottawa - Cape Town Intl or Ottawa - Port Elizabeth when deciding on the best route from Ottawa to South Africa.

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to South Africa (average of C$ 787). Flying from Ottawa to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,528). 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 3 airlines flying from Ottawa to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,107AverageC$ 1,513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,127AverageC$ 1,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestC$ 1,234AverageC$ 1,442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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