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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R12 053

YOW — JNB
Oct 4 — Oct 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to OR Tambo

Mon 19/1017:50 -
2 stops30h 50m
Mon 19/411:10 -
2 stops28h 31m
Deal found 31/8R20 993
Sun 22/119:00 -
2 stops42h 00m
Wed 25/1120:40 -
2 stops32h 52m
Deal found 30/8R21 184
Sun 22/1115:10 -
1 stop20h 25m
Wed 25/1119:45 -
2 stops30h 42m
Deal found 30/8R21 887

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Round-trip from

R20 993

One-way from

R12 053

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R23 307
19/10-19/4
  • 19/10-19/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 21m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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19/10-31/12
  • 19/10-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 05m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (R84 376 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R15 654 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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OttawaJohannesburg

YOW Ottawa - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 19/10

16:15-8:20

3 stops58h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 053
Fastest return journey

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW Ottawa - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 19/10

6:05-18:30

1 stop30h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R16 491

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW Ottawa - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 19/10

17:10-10:20

1 stop35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R18 726

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW Ottawa - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 8/2

14:00-18:35

2 stops21h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/3

22:00-14:28

2 stops23h 28m

R21 056

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW Ottawa - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 22/11

9:00-10:00

2 stops42h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

20:40-22:32

2 stops32h 52m

R21 312

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW Ottawa - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Tue 8/12

10:50-10:00

2 stops40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/1

20:40-22:32

2 stops32h 52m

R21 312

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW Ottawa - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 22/11

15:10-18:35

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

19:45-19:27

2 stops30h 42m

R21 934

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW Ottawa - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 19/10

17:10-10:20

1 stop35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/4

18:00-15:00

1 stop27h 00m

R23 898

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW Ottawa - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 19/10

17:10-10:20

1 stop35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

19:40-16:00

1 stop26h 20m

R25 383

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW Ottawa - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 7/2

14:48-18:35

1 stop20h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/2

22:00-13:26

1 stop22h 26m

R25 590

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R15 677). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R32 758). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between R21 312 and R28 751 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R20 993 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 19–Apr 19).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 169 reviews
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Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

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
10 169 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 169 reviews
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Comfort

7,3

Food

6,7

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

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

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Located just 10,6 km from the city centre, Ottawa is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Ottawa. Booking flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Johannesburg OR Tambo should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Air Canada and United Airlines can get you from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 29h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 15m. The distance between Ottawa and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 13079 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at R14 913, United Airlines will fly you from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. You may be able to fly from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 32% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R15 677). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R32 758). 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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Travelling to a place near Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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Alternative routes for Ottawa to OR Tambo

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Top airline flying from Ottawa to OR Tambo

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR14 913AverageR15 026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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