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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ottawa from R11 805

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 23/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — YOW
Aug 16 — Aug 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 17 July 2026.

Tue 11/818:50
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops30h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/816:00
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R16 668
Sat 18/719:50
CPT
-
YOW
1 stop26h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 25/76:05
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops27h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/7R17 045
Wed 12/814:00
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/818:25
YOW
-
CPT
2 stops45h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7R23 774
Wed 12/818:25
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops28h 13m
United Airlines
Wed 19/815:10
YOW
-
CPT
1 stop20h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/7R28 113
Sat 18/715:40
CPT
-
YOW
3 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/718:25
YOW
-
CPT
3 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R31 552
Tue 11/820:00
CPT
-
YOW
2 stops48h 00m
Emirates
Tue 18/86:00
YOW
-
CPT
3 stops50h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 14/7R34 335

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 17 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 668

One-way from

R11 805

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R18 142
11/8-18/8
  • 11/8-18/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 03m total
  • South Africa to Ottawa
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23/12
  • 23/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 22m total
  • South Africa to Ottawa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R17 532 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R13 332 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/8

18:50-18:53

2 stops30h 03m

Ottawa

Tue 18/8

16:00-11:00

2 stops37h 00m

R16 668

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/8

14:00-15:00

2 stops31h 00m

Ottawa

Wed 19/8

18:25-21:25

2 stops45h 00m

R23 774
Fastest return journey

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/8

18:25-14:17

3 stops25h 52m

Ottawa

Wed 19/8

10:37-17:10

2 stops24h 33m

R28 342

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/8

20:00-14:00

2 stops48h 00m

Ottawa

Tue 18/8

6:00-14:35

3 stops50h 35m

R34 335

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/8

18:50-12:25

1 stop23h 35m

Ottawa

Sun 30/8

16:00-11:00

2 stops37h 00m

R248 745
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 23/12

17:20-0:42

2 stops38h 22m

R11 805

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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 050). Flying from South Africa to Ottawa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R20 925). 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 17 July 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
1 541 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

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
1 541 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

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
1 626 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

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
10 006 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

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 25h 52m. 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 050). Flying from South Africa to Ottawa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R20 925). 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 17 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR13 250AverageR20 665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR14 878AverageR19 465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 514AverageR16 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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