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Cheap flights from Ottawa to South Africa from C$ 1,073

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 13/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — JNB
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,306

One-way from

C$ 941

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 1,616
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 23/1-27/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 85h 35m total
  • Ottawa to South Africa
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20/2
  • 20/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 00m total
  • Ottawa to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (C$ 129 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 88 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 8 January 2026.

Sun 18/17:50 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops55h 40mAir Canada
Tue 3/28:15 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops28h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 8/1C$ 1,259
Sun 18/19:55 p.m.YOW - JNB
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/28:15 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops28h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1C$ 1,274
Fri 23/13:10 p.m.YOW - CPT
1 stop19h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 27/18:50 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops27h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1C$ 1,327
Wed 21/110:45 a.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops40h 45mAir Canada
Sun 25/110:10 a.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops54h 32mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1C$ 1,330
Mon 2/34:15 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops35h 15mSWISS
Mon 16/38:15 p.m.JNB - YOW
3 stops31h 03mSWISS
Deal found 8/1C$ 1,339
Fri 20/28:25 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/38:15 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops32h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1C$ 1,341
Mon 2/34:15 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops35h 15mSWISS
Tue 17/38:15 p.m.JNB - YOW
3 stops32h 03mSWISS
Deal found 8/1C$ 1,342
Sat 21/25:00 a.m.YOW - CPT
2 stops28h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 18/38:50 p.m.CPT - YOW
2 stops23h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1C$ 1,344
Sun 1/32:05 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops34h 00mAir Canada
Mon 16/37:45 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops27h 56mAir Canada
Deal found 8/1C$ 1,346
Mon 20/45:10 p.m.YOW - CPT
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Sun 3/511:45 p.m.CPT - YOW
1 stop21h 15mKLM
Deal found 8/1C$ 1,350
Fri 20/26:05 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops32h 25mAir Canada
Tue 10/38:15 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops32h 53mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1C$ 1,356
Sun 1/39:55 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops26h 10mLufthansa
Tue 17/37:45 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops26h 38mLufthansa
Deal found 8/1C$ 1,359

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to South Africa that are best for you.

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Ottawa

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Fri 23/1

7:55 p.m.-10:30 a.m.

2 stops55h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

8:15 p.m.-7:15 p.m.

2 stops30h 00m

C$ 1,306

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Fri 23/1

3:10 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

1 stop19h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

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

2 stops27h 22m

C$ 1,327

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Fri 20/2

9:55 p.m.-8:40 a.m.

1 stop27h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

8:15 p.m.-11:08 p.m.

2 stops32h 53m

C$ 1,330

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Fri 20/2

5:48 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

1 stop17h 12m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

8:50 p.m.-1:32 p.m.

2 stops22h 42m

C$ 1,332

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Sat 21/2

9:45 a.m.-4:10 p.m.

1 stop23h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

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

2 stops23h 40m

C$ 1,332

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 2/3

4:15 p.m.-10:30 a.m.

2 stops35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

8:15 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

3 stops31h 03m

C$ 1,339

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

Fri 20/2

6:05 p.m.-9:30 a.m.

2 stops32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

8:15 p.m.-11:08 p.m.

2 stops32h 53m

C$ 1,356

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 1/3

9:55 p.m.-7:05 a.m.

2 stops26h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

7:45 p.m.-1:38 a.m.

2 stops35h 53m

C$ 1,366

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 2/3

2:50 p.m.-10:30 a.m.

3 stops36h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

8:15 p.m.-10:18 p.m.

3 stops32h 03m

C$ 1,370

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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$ 795). Flying from Ottawa to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,493). 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 8 January 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
1,434 reviews
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Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air France
7.4
Good
1,519 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

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
9,142 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

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 South Africa. 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 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$ 1,327, Air Canada can have you in South Africa from Ottawa in 19h 50m. The distance from Ottawa to South Africa is about 12907 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 - Cape Town Intl, Ottawa - Johannesburg OR Tambo 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?

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

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

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

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

    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$ 795). Flying from Ottawa to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,493). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to South Africa. 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 8 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,119AverageC$ 1,513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,139AverageC$ 1,891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestC$ 1,330AverageC$ 1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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