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R3 324+ Cheap flights from Ottawa

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YOW — JNB
Mar 9 — Mar 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Ottawa

Discover essential information about flights departing from Ottawa, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Ottawa airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 7 February 2026.

Cheapest airline

United Airlines

Good round-trip deal

R15 185 or less

Good one-way deal

R2 025 or less
On average, United Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Ottawa (avg. price of R15 935).
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Tue 31/35:45
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops45h 35m
Air Canada
Sat 18/48:45
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops42h 29m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/2R14 957
Fri 3/420:05
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops52h 35m
Air Canada
Sat 18/48:45
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops44h 19m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/2R15 151
Thu 2/45:00
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops43h 40m
Air Canada
Sat 18/48:45
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops60h 34m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/2R15 216
Mon 27/420:05
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops55h 15m
Air Canada
Sat 16/58:45
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops43h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/2R15 312
Wed 15/410:44
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 46m
United Airlines
Sun 19/415:05
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops24h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2R15 538
Tue 28/417:50
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop18h 40m
United Airlines
Thu 14/515:05
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops24h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/2R15 619
Sun 29/317:50
YOW
-
JNB
1 stop18h 40m
United Airlines
Sun 19/415:05
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops24h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2R15 700
Fri 3/410:44
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 46m
United Airlines
Sun 19/415:05
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops24h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2R15 829
Wed 1/46:00
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops30h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 19/415:05
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops24h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2R15 845
Mon 20/417:10
YOW
-
CPT
1 stop22h 35m
KLM
Sun 3/523:45
CPT
-
YOW
1 stop21h 15m
KLM
Deal found 4/2R15 942
Tue 31/310:50
YOW
-
JNB
2 stops40h 30m
Air Canada
Wed 15/48:45
JNB
-
YOW
2 stops55h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/2R15 990
Tue 28/420:05
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/618:50
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops32h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2R17 103

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Tue 31/3

5:45-9:20

2 stops45h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

8:45-21:14

2 stops42h 29m

R14 957

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 15/4

10:44-18:30

2 stops25h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

15:05-10:03

2 stops24h 58m

R15 538

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Tue 28/4

6:00-18:30

2 stops30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

15:05-9:11

2 stops24h 06m

R15 619

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 29/3

17:20-18:30

2 stops43h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

15:05-10:03

2 stops24h 58m

R15 700

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Tue 31/3

6:00-18:30

2 stops30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

15:05-10:03

2 stops24h 58m

R15 700

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Mon 20/4

17:10-21:45

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

23:45-15:00

1 stop21h 15m

R15 942

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Tue 28/4

20:05-11:00

2 stops32h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

18:50-20:51

2 stops32h 01m

R17 103

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Tue 28/4

10:00-9:30

2 stops41h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

20:00-10:03

1 stop20h 03m

R17 200

OttawaCape Town

YOW - CPT

YOWCPT

Ottawa

Fri 1/5

6:00-9:30

2 stops45h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

19:50-21:36

2 stops31h 46m

R17 232

OttawaPort Elizabeth

YOW - PLZ

YOWPLZ

Ottawa

Sun 8/3

17:55-11:55

2 stops36h 00m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 12/3

12:40-13:32

2 stops30h 52m

R28 204

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa

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Travel insights for flights from Ottawa

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa (average of R9 278). Flying from Ottawa in December will prove the most costly (average of R17 846). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Ottawa?

When flying from Ottawa check dates and pricing for the following: United Airlines. As it departs for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R15 080

What are popular destinations to fly to from Ottawa?

From Ottawa you can expect to find greater availability for the following destinations: Toronto (694 flights per day), Montreal (182 flights per day) and New York (96 flights per day).

Halifax Intl
Halifax Intl
From R1 887
Toronto
Toronto
From R3 854
New York
New York
From R15 073

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Ottawa?

The cheapest city to fly to from Ottawa is Halifax Intl, with prices starting at R1 887. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Halifax Intl
Halifax Intl
From R1 887
Toronto
Toronto
From R3 854
New York
New York
From R15 073

Airline reviews for flights from Ottawa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Ottawa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Ottawa. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Ottawa, such as United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 244 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

6,6

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 244 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 244 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

6,6

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Ottawa. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 7 February 2026.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Ottawa?

    The most selected flight destinations from Ottawa for the current month are Fort Lauderdale, Cancún, New Delhi. While Fort Lauderdale, Cancún, New Delhi are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Ottawa to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Ottawa for as low as R1 887 to Halifax (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R8 959 to fly from Ottawa.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa?

    March is currently the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa. At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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