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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ottawa from R19 751

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — YOW
Sep 15 — Sep 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Ottawa

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Ottawa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 August 2026.

Wed 9/917:55 -
2 stops31h 00m
Wed 16/919:30 -
1 stop37h 50m
Deal found 12/8R19 751
Sun 27/918:50 -
1 stop23h 35m
Sun 4/1014:00 -
2 stops37h 25m
Deal found 13/8R20 042
Thu 22/1018:50 -
2 stops35h 35m
Mon 26/1010:20 -
2 stops43h 50m
Deal found 14/8R23 847
Thu 10/913:15 -
2 stops29h 25m
Wed 16/918:25 -
3 stops41h 05m
Deal found 11/8R24 236
Wed 21/1018:50 -
2 stops31h 10m
Sat 24/1020:55 -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 13/8R24 462
Fri 25/90:10 -
2 stops25h 50m
Sat 3/108:40 -
2 stops31h 30m
Deal found 12/8R25 434

Find flight deals from South Africa to Ottawa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Ottawa flight deals. Data was last updated 16 August 2026.

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R19 751

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

R21 354
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 9/9-16/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 68h 50m total
  • South Africa to Ottawa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R21 090 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R13 394 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cape TownOttawa

CPT Cape Town Intl - YOW Ottawa

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

17:55-18:55

2 stops31h 00m

Ottawa

Wed 16/9

17:20-15:20

2 stops40h 00m

R19 751

Cape TownOttawa

CPT Cape Town Intl - YOW Ottawa

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/2

22:10-17:58

2 stops50h 48m

Ottawa

Mon 8/2

10:20-12:10

2 stops42h 50m

R21 321

Cape TownOttawa

CPT Cape Town Intl - YOW Ottawa

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/10

18:50-0:25

2 stops35h 35m

Ottawa

Mon 26/10

10:20-12:10

2 stops43h 50m

R24 527

Cape TownOttawa

CPT Cape Town Intl - YOW Ottawa

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/9

0:10-20:00

2 stops25h 50m

Ottawa

Sat 3/10

8:40-22:10

2 stops31h 30m

R25 434

Cape TownOttawa

CPT Cape Town Intl - YOW Ottawa

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

19:30-0:20

3 stops34h 50m

Ottawa

Sun 4/10

19:40-14:10

3 stops36h 30m

R25 531

Cape TownOttawa

CPT Cape Town Intl - YOW Ottawa

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

13:15-0:20

3 stops41h 05m

Ottawa

Wed 16/9

18:25-17:30

3 stops41h 05m

R25 693
Fastest return journey

Cape TownOttawa

CPT Cape Town Intl - YOW Ottawa

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/10

19:50-17:16

2 stops27h 26m

Ottawa

Mon 26/10

14:00-16:10

1 stop20h 10m

R31 407

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Ottawa

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ottawa (average of R13 729). Flying from South Africa to Ottawa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R23 313). 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 Ottawa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ottawa. 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 Ottawa. Reviews last updated 16 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Air France, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to Ottawa. 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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
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Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 643 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 107 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Ottawa from South Africa, you will be flying to Ottawa, which is the city’s only airport. Ottawa (YOW) is located 10,6 km from the centre of Ottawa.

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

    Departing from South Africa to Ottawa will take you 31h. Airlines will cover a distance of 12907 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ottawa (average of R13 729). Flying from South Africa to Ottawa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R23 313). 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 South Africa to Ottawa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Ottawa. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 16 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR13 101AverageR20 433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR14 711AverageR19 233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 340AverageR16 789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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