YOW - CPT

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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,769
Typical prices: C$ 1,563-C$ 2,535
United Airlines
Thu 1/2Mon 5/2
YOW - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 1,517
Typical prices: C$ 1,428-C$ 1,501
SWISS
Fri 14/12
YOW - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Ottawa and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 35% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,699 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 18h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Cape Town (YOW-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Cape Town

Mon, 1 Feb - Fri, 5 Feb
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6:00 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 10m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 p.m. - 1:11 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
47h 21m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
C$ 1,769United Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Fri, 5 Feb
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2:00 p.m. - 4:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 p.m. - 1:11 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
23h 21m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
C$ 1,769United Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Fri, 5 Feb
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2:00 p.m. - 4:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 p.m. - 7:27 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
29h 37m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
C$ 1,769United Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Fri, 5 Feb
United Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 10m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 p.m. - 1:11 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
47h 21m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
C$ 1,771United Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:50 p.m. - 7:40 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
52h 50m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:55 p.m. - 3:08 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
27h 13m2 stops London Heathrow Halifax Intl
C$ 1,815Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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7:50 p.m. - 7:40 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
52h 50m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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6:55 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
26h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,815Multiple Airlines
Mon, 1 Mar - Wed, 31 Mar
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2:00 p.m. - 7:40 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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5:55 p.m. - 5:16 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
53h 21m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,841Lufthansa
Thu, 8 Apr - Mon, 19 Apr
KLM Logo
5:10 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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11:15 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
31h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Calgary
C$ 1,895KLM
Thu, 8 Apr - Mon, 19 Apr
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5:10 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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11:15 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
31h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Calgary
C$ 1,898KLM
Thu, 8 Apr - Mon, 19 Apr
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5:10 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
KLM Logo
11:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YOW Ottawa
45h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 1,941KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Cape Town flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Cape Town typically range from C$ 1,563 to C$ 2,535. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,769, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Cape Town. It's 36% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 50% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Cape Town at C$ 1,258 round-trip.
•December (C$ 2,913) and January (C$ 2,861) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 131% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Ottawa to Cape Town flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

C$ 1,517
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 43% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Ottawa to Cape Town

When to book flights from Ottawa to Cape Town

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Ottawa to Cape Town.

  • How long does a flight from Ottawa to Cape Town take?

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

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

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Cape Town range from C$ 1,563 to C$ 2,535, with an average of C$ 1,939 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,563 counts as a good deal.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,769 to C$ 13,081. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Ottawa to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Ottawa to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,791, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 38 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

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

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

    One-stop flights from Ottawa to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Newark (EWR) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 57% on flights from Ottawa to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,258 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at C$ 2,913, a difference of C$ 1,655.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 55m, compared with 22h 40m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 25h 17m via London Heathrow (LHR).

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

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

  • Which popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Boulders Beach, and Bloubergstrand Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Cape Town 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 1,258, about C$ 1,655 less than Monday fares (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Cape Town trip for October. Fares historically average C$ 1,258 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,655 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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