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Typical prices: R16 408-R23 889
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Cheap Flights to Ottawa

 
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Recent return flight deals 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 South Africa to Ottawa flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from South Africa to Ottawa with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Ottawa?

Cape Town to Ottawa is the cheapest route at R19 248 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Ottawa?

A return flight to Ottawa costs R19 458 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Cape Town average R16 095, while Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport runs a bit higher at R19 458.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Ottawa?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Ottawa at R16 757 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Friday is the most expensive at R23 156.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Ottawa?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to Ottawa with an average price of R13 809 return.
•May (R23 156) and September (R21 007) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Ottawa?

Night flights to Ottawa are the cheapest at R16 936 return on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at R22 782.

What is a good deal for flights to Ottawa?

Flights under R16 408 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Ottawa at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Cape Town R15 840.

Key details for flights to Ottawa

Low season

February
Best time to beat the crowds (29% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.

When to book flights to Ottawa

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Your questions about flights to Ottawa, answered

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

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Ottawa?

    British Airways operates the most flights from South Africa to Ottawa at 0 per week, while Air France is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from South Africa to Ottawa. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • How do I know if a flight to Ottawa is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Ottawa is around R16 408 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

Your guide to booking Ottawa flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For flights to Ottawa, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around R16 408 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Ottawa in February. Return fares historically average R13 809 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to R5 846 per return. Evening flights to Ottawa average R16 936 compared to R22 782 for midday flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying to Ottawa

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Ottawa? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,8
KLMOverall score based on 1578 reviews
7,2Entertainment
7,8Boarding
7,3Food
7,7Comfort
8,4Crew
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Outstanding even though the 330 was one of the oldest in the fleet. The difference was the attentiveness and responsiveness of a really experienced flight attendant. For airline food great variety of interesting choices and good tastes supported by a good wine selection.

10,0 ExcellentBob, May 2026
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Outstanding even though the 330 was one of the oldest in the fleet. The difference was the attentiveness and responsiveness of a really experienced flight attendant. For airline food great variety of interesting choices and good tastes supported by a good wine selection.

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

Flight was on time, staff are friendly and helpful onboard.

The immigration hall in Amsterdam was understaffed, so passport checking was slower than it should be for a major airport. They need to get the automatic readers up and running for non EU passport holders. Waiting in line after a long flight feels a bit abusive.

Klm start boarding while somw air issue in the plan

I appreciate that KLM was proactive in informing me of the 2 hour delay which enabled me to replan my travel. It was a bit stressful not knowing whether my connection from Montreal to Ottawa was happening. But the ground and air crew did a good job at comforting and assuring me.

Overall very poor. Flight was disorganised, staff were rude and this is my second experience with KLM that I've had baggage go missing. It feels like, if you are an economy customer, KLM staff do not show you any care. I shall never fly with KLM again. Worst airline in Europe

Good food. Excellent crew service. Clean aircraft. Narrow seats and isle.

It’s chaotic at the bus stop outside of the airport because of the Uber meeting point. You need to be alert and look for the KLM bus which is not branded or labeled. Incorrect information was provided to go to gate 28, when in fact the bus was at gate 27. On the plus side the bus left early and arrived early to Ottawa.

Great flight because I upgraded to Premium Comfort. Made a huge difference in the experience.

My recent Air France flight from Paris to Toronto was a genuinely pleasant long‑haul experience, marked by strong service and thoughtful touches throughout the journey. The boarding process was orderly and efficient, with only a short wait before passengers were invited to step onboard. Everything moved with calm coordination, setting a positive tone right from the start. Once in the air, the inflight crew truly shined. They were warm, friendly, and consistently attentive without ever feeling intrusive. Their professionalism and upbeat energy made the cabin feel welcoming and well cared for. The meals and overall service were very good—well‑timed, nicely presented, and satisfying. Air France’s reputation for quality inflight dining held up, and the crew ensured that drinks, snacks, and small requests were handled promptly. I traveled in a business‑class pod, which offered excellent privacy and comfort. The seat itself was spacious and well‑designed, ideal for both resting and working. The only minor drawback was that the pod felt a bit warm when fully closed, but it wasn’t enough to detract from the overall comfort. Overall, this Air France flight delivered a smooth, friendly, and enjoyable experience from gate to landing. The combination of efficient boarding, exceptional crew service, quality meals, and a comfortable seat made the long journey feel easy and well supported.

The boarding was efficient. The entertainment system was a bit unstable but Air France has a good selection of movies.

I don’t like that an equipment change caused my seat to change from 23A to 44A. The boarding was also delayed. The crew were excellent, however and very attentive. The food was not bad.

Our flight crew were terrific. And they handle a difficult passenger with finesse.

My experience was good overall, the quality of the food really decreased! There used to be a choice between meat and fish now it’s between chicken and pasta! In the choices of entertainment meditation has been added which is very good. Soft chair workout to improve blood circulation and avoid phlebitis should be added.

They lost my baggage and I still have not got it back. Disgrace

Old cabine without flat bed in business for a 12 hour flight is not acceptable

Excellent apart from transport to actual plane 10 minutes from the actual gate , walking out in the tarmac in the rain and having to climb stairs to enter while holding luggage.

Boarding was smooth and on time. The seat was comfortable and the entertainment worked. Staff were gracious.

A couple of minor delays in boarding but very professional and efficient staff.

Upset about cancel to St. John’s and no overnight accomodation

I had a 5 hour lay over in Toronto. Felt very exhausted and bored.

1. Everything was satisfactory concerning the flight. 2. Can't think of what could be better right now.

Entertainment kept turning itself off. Gave up on watching a movie.

Wifi took a while to kick in and we had a maintenance issue that took over 40 mins at the gate in Washington before pulling back

Very nice flight love the small aircraft. We had a wonderful flight attendant. Nice to see someone that really enjoys her job. Don't have her name but had a southern accent.

Seats in waiting area and on plane hard as rock. Fast internet on the flight was great! Crew was kind.

I do prefer to fly United and have always had excellent service, except for bad weather. Flights are on time and staff is alway curtious and helpful

Aircraft has better leg room than any of United's larger planes. We had requested mobility assistance for this and related flights. United's response to all was superb.

The flight was on time and the crew were great.

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