Kenya Airways
KQ003 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ003 flight operated by Kenya Airways on Aug 19, 2026, flying from New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO), departed at 14:08 (local time in New York, UTC-4) and is expected to arrive at 10:36 (local time in Nairobi, UTC+3) at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Wed, Aug 19
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En route
Your flight has departed New York and is expected to arrive in Nairobi at 10:36.
14h
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KQ003 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ003 flight from New York to Nairobi on 8/20/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 787-800. This aircraft has been in service for 11y, 5m. The aircraft has 234 seats.
Boeing 787-800
Punctuality (Departure)
47
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Late on average
6 minutes
Age
11y, 5m
Seats
234
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
81 cm
Legroom
47 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
191 cm
Legroom
79 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
2-2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for KQ003
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Aug 13 | New York (JFK) | Nairobi (NBO) | 788 | 14:12 | 10:34 | Arrived |
| Fri, Aug 14 | New York (JFK) | Nairobi (NBO) | 788 | 14:09 | 10:20 | Arrived |
| Sat, Aug 15 | New York (JFK) | Nairobi (NBO) | 788 | 14:28 | 10:59 | Arrived |
| Sun, Aug 16 | New York (JFK) | Nairobi (NBO) | 788 | 14:02 | 10:36 | Arrived |
| Mon, Aug 17 | New York (JFK) | Nairobi (NBO) | 788 | 13:59 | 10:33 | Arrived |
| Tue, Aug 18 | New York (JFK) | Nairobi (NBO) | 788 | 14:33 | 11:01 | Arrived |
| Wed, Aug 19 | New York (JFK) | Nairobi (NBO) | 788 | 14:08 | 10:36 | En route |
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KQ003 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KQ003 is 47% (Late on average 40 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 6 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
47
%
Late on average
40 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
30
%
60 mins late
20
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
6 minutes
Early
50
%
On time
37
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight kq003?
Flight kq003 has departed (status: En route). Departure 14:08, estimated arrival 10:36 (updated Aug 20, 2026). -
Is flight kq003 on time today?
Flight kq003 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 14:08 and is estimated to arrive at 10:36. -
Has flight kq003 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kq003 is scheduled to depart at 13:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 14:08, and the current status is En route (updated Aug 20, 2026). -
When is flight kq003 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kq003 is scheduled to arrive at 10:45. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 10:36. Status is En route as of Aug 20, 2026. -
What route does flight kq003 fly?
Flight kq003 is operated by Kenya Airways from New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO). Typical flight time is about 14 hours; operating days may include Thursday. -
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If flight kq003 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kq003 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Aug 20, 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 kq003 departed from New York?
Flight kq003 has departed from New York (JFK) at 14:08 (status: En route). -
What is the seat configuration for flight kq003?
Flight kq003 usually flies a Boeing 787-800 with seat layout 234. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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