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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ottawa from R21 417

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — YOW
Mai 31 — Jun 71
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 1 Mai 2026.

Do 11/614:00
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops31h 00m
KLM
Do 18/617:25
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops46h 00m
KLM
Deal found 27/4R21 417
So 26/717:55
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops35h 59m
United Airlines
So 6/910:25
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops24h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/4R22 305
Do 11/614:15
CPT
-
YOW
3 stops32h 56m
SWISS
Do 18/614:35
YOW
-
CPT
3 stops42h 40m
SWISS
Deal found 27/4R24 015
Sa 25/717:55
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops34h 10m
United Airlines
Mo 31/810:00
YOW
-
CPT
1 stop23h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/4R24 132
So 26/717:55
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops34h 10m
United Airlines
Di 1/918:00
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops41h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/4R24 333
Mo 27/719:50
CPT
-
YOW
1 stop19h 21m
United Airlines
Sa 5/919:30
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops39h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/4R25 171
Di 28/717:55
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops35h 59m
United Airlines
Do 3/96:00
YOW
-
CPT
1 stop27h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/4R25 975
Sa 25/717:55
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops34h 10m
United Airlines
Di 1/918:00
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops41h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/4R26 160
Do 5/1120:00
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops48h 18m
Emirates
Mo 9/116:00
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops29h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 26/4R26 361
Fr 31/718:25
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops53h 10m
Emirates
Sa 5/96:00
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops28h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 29/4R27 400

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 1 Mai 2026.

Round-trip from

R21 417

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R23 998
KLM
  • KLM
  • 11/6-18/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 77h 00m total
  • South Africa to Ottawa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R46 141 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 715 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Do 11/6

14:00-15:00

2 stops31h 00m

Ottawa

Do 18/6

17:25-21:25

2 stops46h 00m

R21 417

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

So 26/7

17:55-23:54

2 stops35h 59m

Ottawa

So 6/9

10:25-17:10

2 stops24h 45m

R22 305

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Sa 25/7

17:55-22:05

2 stops34h 10m

Ottawa

So 6/9

14:48-17:10

1 stop20h 22m

R24 132

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Sa 25/7

17:55-22:05

2 stops34h 10m

Ottawa

Mo 31/8

10:00-15:20

1 stop23h 20m

R24 132

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

So 26/7

17:55-22:05

2 stops34h 10m

Ottawa

Mi 2/9

18:00-17:10

1 stop17h 10m

R25 975

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Do 30/7

17:55-23:54

2 stops35h 59m

Ottawa

Di 1/9

18:00-17:20

2 stops41h 20m

R26 160

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Do 11/6

22:25-19:11

2 stops26h 46m

Ottawa

Do 18/6

14:35-15:15

3 stops42h 40m

R27 668

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Do 11/6

19:50-16:38

1 stop26h 48m

Ottawa

Do 18/6

14:52-9:30

2 stops60h 38m

R31 707
Fastest return journey

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Sa 25/7

19:50-9:11

1 stop19h 21m

Ottawa

Mi 2/9

18:00-17:10

1 stop17h 10m

R32 494

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Deals found on 27/4

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Ottawa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Ottawa

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ottawa (average of R13 356). Flying from South Africa to Ottawa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R21 417). 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 1 Mai 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
1 512 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
1 512 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 512 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Air France
7,4
Good
1 582 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 512 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
9 678 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 512 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Ottawa. 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 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ottawa (average of R13 356). Flying from South Africa to Ottawa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R21 417). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR13 561AverageR20 985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR14 460AverageR21 848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 879AverageR17 415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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