Kenya Airways KQ479 Flight status
According to real-time data from Trip.com, flight KQ479, operated by Kenya Airways, scheduled to fly from Kigali (KGL) to Nairobi (NBO), has been cancelled. Please contact the airline or airport counter for the latest information.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 20m early
1h 30m
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Canceled
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Canceled
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KQ479 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ479 flight from Kigali to Nairobi on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 5y. The aircraft has 96 seats.
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
83
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Early on average
11 minutes
Age
5y
Seats
96
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
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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
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Seat layout example
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Flight History for KQ479
Trip.com historical records show that the last KQ479 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from KGL at approximately 03:34. This flight is expected to arrrive in NBO at 05:50.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 27 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | E90 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | E190 | 03:05 | 05:09 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 03:34 | 05:37 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 14 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | E190 | 03:08 | 05:20 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | E190 | 03:17 | 05:35 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | E190 | 03:34 | 05:50 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | JET | -- | -- | Canceled |
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KQ479 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KQ479 is 83% (Late on average 9 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Early on average 11 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
9 minutes
Early
70
%
On time
13
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
7
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Early on average
11 minutes
Early
83
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
7
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight kq479?
Flight kq479 has been canceled (status: Canceled). Contact Kenya Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight kq479 on time today?
Flight kq479 has been canceled (status: Canceled). Contact Kenya Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options; if booked on Trip.com, use Manage Booking.Has flight kq479 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kq479 is scheduled to depart at 03:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 03:40, and the current status is Canceled (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight kq479 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kq479 is scheduled to arrive at 06:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 06:10. Status is Canceled as of Oct 22, 2026.How can I check real-time status for flight kq479?
Track flight kq479 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 kq479 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kq479 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Canceled, updated Oct 22, 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 kq479 departed from Kigali?
Flight kq479 has been canceled and did not depart from Kigali (KGL). Contact Kenya Airways or your booking channel for next steps.
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