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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg from C$ 1,224

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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — JNB
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,534

One-way from

C$ 1,224

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 1,558
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 26/4-13/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 28m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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6/4
  • 6/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 35m total
  • Ottawa to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 427 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 65 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Sat 26/45:50 p.m.YOW - JNB
1 stop17h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 13/510:25 a.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops29h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,534
Sat 1/37:05 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops53h 00mAir Canada
Mon 10/38:25 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops33h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,540
Mon 7/46:00 a.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/42:30 p.m.JNB - YOW
3 stops30h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,558
Sat 26/49:00 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops53h 35mLufthansa
Wed 14/57:00 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops48h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,707
Sun 27/45:15 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops22h 05mKLM
Thu 15/511:15 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops31h 07mKLM
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,741
Wed 30/41:00 p.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops38h 20mSWISS
Fri 16/57:35 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops27h 29mSWISS
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,888
Sun 27/45:15 p.m.YOW - JNB
1 stop33h 15mAir France
Thu 15/56:50 p.m.JNB - YOW
1 stop26h 15mAir France
Deal found 20/2C$ 2,024
Sat 2/86:00 a.m.YOW - JNB
2 stops46h 15mEmirates
Fri 22/81:25 p.m.JNB - YOW
2 stops29h 45mEmirates
Deal found 20/2C$ 2,646

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Fly from

Ottawa

Fly to

Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sat 26/4

5:50 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

1 stop17h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

10:25 a.m.-9:58 a.m.

2 stops29h 33m

C$ 1,534

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Mon 7/4

6:00 a.m.-1:05 p.m.

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/4

2:30 p.m.-3:09 p.m.

3 stops30h 39m

C$ 1,558

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sat 26/4

9:00 p.m.-8:35 a.m.

2 stops53h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

7:00 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

2 stops48h 45m

C$ 1,707

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 27/4

5:15 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops22h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

11:15 p.m.-12:22 a.m.

2 stops31h 07m

C$ 1,741

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Wed 30/4

1:00 p.m.-9:20 a.m.

2 stops38h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/5

7:35 p.m.-5:04 p.m.

2 stops27h 29m

C$ 1,888

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 27/4

5:15 p.m.-8:30 a.m.

1 stop33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

6:50 p.m.-3:05 p.m.

1 stop26h 15m

C$ 2,024

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sat 2/8

6:00 a.m.-10:15 a.m.

2 stops46h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/8

1:25 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops29h 45m

C$ 2,646

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 6/4

1:00 p.m.-10:35 a.m.

2 stops39h 35m

C$ 1,224

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 6/4

5:50 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

1 stop17h 55m

C$ 1,425

OttawaJohannesburg

YOW - JNB

YOWJNB

Ottawa

Sun 6/4

4:45 p.m.-9:20 a.m.

3 stops34h 35m

C$ 1,462

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Deals found on 20/2

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Travel insights for flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg (average of C$ 989). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,393). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YOW to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

When flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 5% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM and SWISS from Ottawa to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Wasima,Jan 2024

YYZ - DXB

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Wasima,Jan 2024

YYZ - DXB

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Wasima,Jan 2024

YYZ - DXB

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Wasima,Jan 2024

YYZ - DXB

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,449 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Wasima,Jan 2024

YYZ - DXB

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,759 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Wasima,Jan 2024

YYZ - DXB

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Johannesburg. 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 from for flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg?

    Most people fly from Ottawa (YOW) if they book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg. On average, Ottawa has 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day from 3 airlines. Ottawa is conveniently located just 10.6 km from Ottawa’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg round-trip?

    United Airlines, at C$ 1,534, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Johannesburg.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Lufthansa and KLM. Users have found that United Airlines is 21% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Johannesburg 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 Ottawa to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg (average of C$ 989). Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,393). 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 Ottawa to Johannesburg

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestC$ 1,419AverageC$ 1,992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,422AverageC$ 1,935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,633AverageC$ 2,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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