Kenya Airways KQ478 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ478 flight operated by Kenya Airways on Oct 31, 2026, flying from Nairobi (NBO) to Kigali (KGL), departed at 01:28 (local time in Nairobi, UTC+3) and is expected to arrive at 01:34 (local time in Kigali, UTC+2) at Kigali International Airport (KGL).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 5h 13m late
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
15
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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En route
Your flight has departed Nairobi and is expected to arrive in Kigali at 01:34.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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KQ478 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ478 flight from Nairobi to Kigali on 10/31/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 5m. The aircraft has 96 seats.
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
80
%
Late on average
40 minutes
Age
15y, 5m
Seats
96
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 33% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
1-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for KQ478
Trip.com historical records show that the last KQ478 flight departed on Fri, Oct 30 from NBO at approximately 05:41. This flight is expected to arrrive in KGL at 05:48.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 26 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | 738 | 00:51 | 00:57 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | JET | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 00:23 | 00:24 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 06:53 | 06:59 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 05:41 | 05:48 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 01:28 | 01:34 | En route |
| Mon, Nov 2 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 00:05 | 00:35 | Scheduled |
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KQ478 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KQ478 is 73% (Late on average 1 hour 3 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 80% (Late on average 40 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
1 hour 3 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
70
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
17
%
Cancelled
12
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
40 minutes
Early
73
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
17
%
Cancelled
12
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight kq478?
Flight kq478 has departed (status: En route). Departure 01:28, estimated arrival 01:34 (updated Oct 31, 2026).Is flight kq478 on time today?
Flight kq478 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 01:28 and is estimated to arrive at 01:34.Has flight kq478 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kq478 is scheduled to depart at 00:05. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 01:28, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 31, 2026).When is flight kq478 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kq478 is scheduled to arrive at 00:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 01:34. Status is En route as of Oct 31, 2026.What route does flight kq478 fly?
Flight kq478 is operated by Kenya Airways from Nairobi (NBO) to Kigali (KGL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 30 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight kq478?
Track flight kq478 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.If flight kq478 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kq478 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 31, 2026). Contact Kenya Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight kq478 departed from Nairobi?
Flight kq478 has departed from Nairobi (NBO) at 01:28 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight kq478?
Flight kq478 usually flies a Embraer 190 with seat layout 2-2. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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