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Cheap flights from Ottawa to South Africa from C$ 916

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — JNB
12 Aug — 19 Aug1
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 13 July 2026.

Sun 13/95:57 p.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops39h 23m
United Airlines
Tue 6/108:00 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
1 stop19h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/7C$ 1,522
Fri 23/106:05 a.m.
YOW
-
CPT
1 stop29h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 27/108:50 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
1 stop24h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/7C$ 1,544
Sat 12/910:00 a.m.
YOW
-
CPT
1 stop23h 20m
United Airlines
Fri 9/108:00 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
1 stop19h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/7C$ 1,570
Sun 11/106:05 a.m.
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
United Airlines
Mon 26/1010:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
1 stop29h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/7C$ 1,574
Mon 16/115:40 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops57h 20m
Air Canada
Wed 25/118:40 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops45h 57m
Air Canada
Deal found 9/7C$ 1,584
Mon 26/107:50 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/118:40 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops32h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7C$ 1,595
Tue 1/910:25 a.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops41h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 24/97:50 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
1 stop19h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/7C$ 1,595
Thu 8/106:01 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop18h 29m
United Airlines
Mon 26/1010:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
1 stop29h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/7C$ 1,598
Mon 14/97:30 p.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops32h 00m
Lufthansa
Wed 7/105:55 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops32h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/7C$ 1,602
Sun 13/99:25 p.m.
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops54h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/105:55 p.m.
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7C$ 1,604
Mon 16/117:50 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops55h 10m
Air Canada
Tue 24/117:55 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops51h 02m
Air Canada
Deal found 9/7C$ 1,605
Tue 13/1012:00 p.m.
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 25/1010:00 p.m.
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops27h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/7C$ 1,609

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 13 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,522

One-way from

C$ 916

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 2,549
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 13/9-6/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 19m total
  • Ottawa to South Africa
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31/8
  • 31/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 63h 05m total
  • Ottawa to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (C$ 442 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 86 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Fri 23/10

6:00 a.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops29h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

8:50 p.m.-3:07 p.m.

1 stop24h 17m

C$ 1,544

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 14/10

10:25 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

2 stops26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

10:00 p.m.-7:27 p.m.

2 stops27h 27m

C$ 1,574

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 4/11

7:35 p.m.-8:20 a.m.

2 stops29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

7:55 p.m.-10:32 p.m.

2 stops33h 37m

C$ 1,635
Quickest round-trip

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 12/10

6:01 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop18h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

7:45 p.m.-7:27 p.m.

2 stops29h 42m

C$ 1,648

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 4/11

6:00 a.m.-6:35 p.m.

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

10:00 p.m.-9:56 p.m.

1 stop30h 56m

C$ 1,667

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 8/11

6:00 a.m.-6:35 p.m.

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/5

10:25 a.m.-2:27 p.m.

2 stops34h 02m

C$ 1,720

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 2/9

2:52 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

2 stops21h 38m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

10:00 p.m.-9:56 p.m.

1 stop30h 56m

C$ 1,767

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sat 10/10

6:01 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop18h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

7:45 p.m.-7:27 p.m.

2 stops29h 42m

C$ 1,767

OttawaPort Elizabeth

YOW - PLZ

YOWPLZ

Ottawa

Tue 27/10

7:35 p.m.-3:05 p.m.

3 stops37h 30m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 9/11

8:05 a.m.-10:32 p.m.

3 stops45h 27m

C$ 1,935

OttawaPort Elizabeth

YOW - PLZ

YOWPLZ

Ottawa

Tue 27/10

10:50 a.m.-5:35 p.m.

3 stops48h 45m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 9/11

1:30 p.m.-10:32 p.m.

3 stops40h 02m

C$ 2,084

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to South Africa (average of C$ 851). Flying from Ottawa to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,629). 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 13 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM and United 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
7.8
Good
1,538 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7.8
Good
1,538 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,538 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,984 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,538 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

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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$ 1,544, United Airlines can have you in South Africa from Ottawa in 29h 10m. 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 - 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?

    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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to South Africa (average of C$ 851). Flying from Ottawa to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,629). 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 2 airlines flying from Ottawa to South Africa

Discover the top 2 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 13 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestC$ 850AverageC$ 1,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,266AverageC$ 1,770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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