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Cheapest return flight
R19 248
Typical prices: R15 840-R22 727
Multiple Airlines
Sun 30/9Tue 4/12
CPT - YOW • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Ottawa. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 3% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg R16 571 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 18h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Ottawa (CPT-YOW)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Ottawa

Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Dec 4
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18:50 - 12:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
23h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
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14:00 - 7:40YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R19 248Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Dec 4
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18:50 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
26h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Toronto Pearson Intl
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14:00 - 7:40YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R19 378Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19
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14:00 - 15:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
31h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle
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17:10 - 22:10YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R19 802Air France
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19
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13:50 - 13:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
29h 20m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Toronto Pearson Intl
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7:00 - 14:10YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 10m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R20 307Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19
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13:15 - 17:29CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
34h 14m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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14:30 - 10:15YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 45m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Doha Hamad Intl
R21 902Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Dec 24
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22:10 - 0:44CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
33h 34m2 stops London Heathrow Toronto Pearson Intl
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10:20 - 8:05YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 45m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow
R26 364Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Dec 4
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13:50 - 13:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
29h 20m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Toronto Pearson Intl
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7:00 - 14:10YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 10m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R29 296Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Dec 24
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13:50 - 13:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
30h 20m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Toronto Pearson Intl
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20:25 - 14:10YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R34 718Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Dec 24
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8:30 - 15:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
37h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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18:10 - 12:10YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl London Heathrow
R35 744Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Dec 24
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8:30 - 15:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
37h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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17:10 - 6:25YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R40 499Air France
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Ottawa flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town to Ottawa?

Air France (R19 802) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cape Town to Ottawa in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Cape Town to Ottawa flights

Low season

October
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Ottawa

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Ottawa based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Ottawa flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Ottawa?

    Flights from Cape Town to Ottawa usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Ottawa (YOW).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Ottawa?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Ottawa:

    • Economy class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Ottawa pass through?

    Connecting flights from Cape Town to Ottawa most commonly pass through:

    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 56% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 44% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Ottawa?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 44% on the Cape Town to Ottawa route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R15 682 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R27 993, a difference of R12 311. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Ottawa?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Ottawa takes 0h 00m, covering 20 772 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Ottawa?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Ottawa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R19 248 to R93 798. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Ottawa?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 15m, compared to 23h 16m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Ottawa?

    Ottawa is 6 hours behind Cape Town (Eastern Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Ottawa Airport (YOW)?

    Ottawa Airport (YOW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R206 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • Budget
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Ottawa flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Ottawa range from R15 840 to R22 727, with an average of R16 095 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 840 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Ottawa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R15 682 – about R12 311 less than Thursday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Ottawa trip for December. Fares historically average R15 633 return in that month – typically R15 226 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ottawa Airport.
    - Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
    - Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau
    - Days Inn Ottawa Airport

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