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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa to Cape Town Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,037. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cape Town.$1,760 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,760, select.
Cape Town.$1,915 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Sat, 30 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,915, select.
Cape Town.$1,939 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,939, select.
Cape Town.$2,035 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,035, select.
Cape Town.$2,037 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,037, select.
Cape Town.$2,086 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun, returning Sun, 28 Jun.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,086, select.
Cape Town.$2,118 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,118, select.
Cape Town.$2,139 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Sat, 12 Sep.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,139, select.
Cape Town.$2,206 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Fri, 16 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,206, select.
Cape Town.$2,333 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,333, select.
Cape Town.$2,353 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Fri, 21 Aug.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,353, select.
Cape Town.$2,392 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,392, select.
Cape Town.$2,551 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,551, select.
Cape Town.$2,553 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan, returning Sat, 20 Feb.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,553, select.
Cape Town.$2,594 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,594, select.
Cape Town.$2,599 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Mar, returning Sun, 21 Mar.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 21 Mar, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,599, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $2,333
May
from $2,037
Jun
from $2,086
Jul
from $2,551
Aug
from $2,353
Sep
from $2,139
Oct
from $2,206
Nov
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Dec
from $2,392
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Mar
from $2,599

Ottawa to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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Ottawa to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,429
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa to Cape Town is $1,760. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Ottawa to Cape Town. But we found flights with one stop from $1,760.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Ottawa to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Cape Town is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa to Cape Town Airport on Monday, 20 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ottawa and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Cape Town is Air France .

Travelling from Ottawa to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know

  • Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Ottawa.

  • Your flight from Ottawa to CPT won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

Airports in Ottawa

Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • YOW is about 14 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Ottawa to Cape Town International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:

  • When it comes to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.

About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • At the moment, $1,429 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Cape Town International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,760. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Ottawa to CPT. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • Affordable Ottawa to Cape Town International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Ottawa to CPT.

  • Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Ottawa to Cape Town International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Ottawa to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • December is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Visit Cape Town in August for a more laid-back experience.

  • Before locking in your Ottawa to CPT plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • July sees temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Cape Town International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Cape Town

  • After booking your flight from Ottawa to Cape Town International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cape Town:

  • Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Table Mountain, Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock are attractions you won't want to skip in Cape Town.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Cape Town has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of South Africa just waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres northwest of Cape Town, a visit to Saldanha will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha.

  • Ceres is another must-experience destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres northeast of Cape Town. No trip is complete without experiencing Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde.

Plan the rest of your trip from Ottawa to Cape Town

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