Flying from Ottawa to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is Ottawa's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg leaving from here.
Touch down at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), the major arrival point in Johannesburg.
To ensure you make your Ottawa to Johannesburg flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg
To pick up cheap Ottawa to Johannesburg flights, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is about 11 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 58.21% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
Arriving in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Book a hotel near JNB if you have a late flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and see more of Johannesburg and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Central Johannesburg is about 32 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Once your flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 50 minutes.
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Lanseria International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
February is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Ottawa to Johannesburg ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Ottawa to Johannesburg in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Johannesburg, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Johannesburg must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Johannesburg Zoo.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Johannesburg, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Travel about 18 kilometres west to Soweto to tick off its must-visit sights. From Mjebha Park to Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Pretoria is another must-experience destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without visiting 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.
