Kenya Airways
KQ478 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Kenya Airways flight KQ478 from Nairobi to Kigali (NBO-KGL): Flight KQ478 has safely landed at Kigali International Airport (KGL) 00:25 (local time), about 10m early.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 39m late
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
16
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 10m early
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
12
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Canceled
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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 9/6/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 1m. The aircraft has 96 seats.
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
70
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
73
%
Late on average
24 minutes
Age
14y, 1m
Seats
96
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 43% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for KQ478
Trip.com historical records show that the last KQ478 flight departed on Sat, Sep 5 from NBO at approximately 01:11. This flight is expected to arrrive in KGL at 01:14.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Aug 30 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | 738 | 04:49 | 04:55 | Arrived |
| Mon, Aug 31 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | 738 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Tue, Sep 1 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Wed, Sep 2 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 02:09 | 02:13 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 4 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | 738 | 02:13 | 02:19 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 5 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 01:11 | 01:14 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 6 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 00:22 | 00:25 | Arrived |
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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 70% (Late on average 47 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 73% (Late on average 24 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
47 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
67
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
7
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
24 minutes
Early
67
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
7
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight kq478?
Flight kq478 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 00:25 (updated Sep 6, 2026). -
Is flight kq478 on time today?
Flight kq478 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 00:25; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel. -
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 00:22, and the current status is Arrived (updated Sep 6, 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 00:25. Status is Arrived as of Sep 6, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight kq478?
For flight kq478, the departure terminal is T1A and the boarding gate is 12. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
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 Sunday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight kq478?
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If flight kq478 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kq478 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Sep 6, 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 already left Nairobi and completed its journey. Departure was 00:22; actual arrival 00:25.
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