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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ottawa from R11 502

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 18/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — YOW
Apr 6 — Apr 131
1 adult

Cheap 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 April 2025.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R23 408
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R64 660 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 581 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 April 2025.

Sun 6/418:05CPT - YOW
2 stops53h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 15/417:25YOW - CPT
2 stops63h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/3R23 591
Sun 6/423:35CPT - YOW
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 13/45:55YOW - CPT
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3R23 756

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Ottawa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 1 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Ottawa that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Ottawa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/6

5:45-14:56

3 stops39h 11m

R11 502

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/6

16:35-22:05

2 stops35h 30m

R13 153

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/6

23:15-0:41

2 stops31h 26m

R15 134

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/6

23:15-15:05

2 stops45h 50m

R15 960

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/6

13:05-10:24

2 stops27h 19m

R16 767

Cape TownOttawa

CPT - YOW

CPTYOW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/6

20:00-9:58

1 stop19h 58m

R20 693

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Deals found on 31/3

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 time of day to fly from ZA to YOW?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Ottawa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 April 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Ottawa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Ottawa by month

Plan your trip to Ottawa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Ottawa ranges from 50.0 - 93.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 93.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Ottawa when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Ottawa by month

Plan your trip to Ottawa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ottawa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -10.0 C).

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 April 2025.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 321 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 425 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 615 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 748 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Ottawa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R13 153. However, be on the lookout for offers from KLM and Air France, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Ottawa for a low price.

  • 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from South Africa to Ottawa

Discover the top 4 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 1 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR14 083AverageR22 402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR14 178AverageR21 764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 576AverageR23 784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapestR25 933AverageR29 312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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