Kenya Airways KQ499 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Kenya Airways flight KQ499 from Zanzibar City to Nairobi (ZNZ-NBO): Flight KQ499 has safely landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) 05:18 (local time), about 42m early.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 37m early
1h 20m
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 42m early
1h 20m
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 20m
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KQ499 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ499 flight from Zanzibar City to Nairobi on 10/24/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 13y, 5m. The aircraft has 145 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
90
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Early on average
20 minutes
Age
13y, 5m
Seats
145
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
81 cm
More legroom than on 83% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
119 cm
More legroom than on 67% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for KQ499
Trip.com historical records show that the last KQ499 flight departed on Fri, Oct 23 from ZNZ at approximately 04:29. This flight is expected to arrrive in NBO at 05:23.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | E190 | 04:08 | 05:09 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 04:37 | 05:32 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | E190 | 04:38 | 05:32 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | E190 | 04:06 | 05:08 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 04:29 | 05:23 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | E190 | 04:24 | 05:18 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 25 | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 04:40 | 06:00 | Scheduled |
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KQ499 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KQ499 is 90% (Early on average 0 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Early on average 20 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90
%
Early on average
0 minutes
Early
67
%
On time
23
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
3
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Early on average
20 minutes
Early
87
%
On time
3
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
3
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight kq499?
Flight kq499 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 05:18 (updated Oct 24, 2026).Is flight kq499 on time today?
Flight kq499 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 05:18; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight kq499 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kq499 is scheduled to depart at 04:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 04:24, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 24, 2026).When is flight kq499 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kq499 is scheduled to arrive at 06:00. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 05:18. Status is Arrived as of Oct 24, 2026.What route does flight kq499 fly?
Flight kq499 is operated by Kenya Airways from Zanzibar City (ZNZ) to Nairobi (NBO). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 20 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight kq499?
Track flight kq499 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 kq499 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kq499 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 24, 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 kq499 departed from Zanzibar City?
Flight kq499 has already left Zanzibar City and completed its journey. Departure was 04:24; actual arrival 05:18.What is the seat configuration for flight kq499?
Flight kq499 usually flies a Boeing 737-800 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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