Kenya Airways KQ251 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ251 flight operated by Kenya Airways on Oct 30, 2026, scheduled to fly from Mahe Island (SEZ) to Nairobi (NBO), has a change in flight status: the original departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 13:45 , with a new arrival time of 15:36 (local time in Nairobi, UTC+3) . Trip.com will continue to provide the latest updates on this flight.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 2h 4m late
3h 10m
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Delayed
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3h 10m
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KQ251 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ251 flight from Mahe Island to Nairobi on 10/30/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 18y, 2m. The aircraft has 129 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
57
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
57
%
Late on average
1 hour 19 minutes
Age
18y, 2m
Seats
129
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
81 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
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Legroom
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Seat width
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Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for KQ251
Trip.com historical records show that the last KQ251 flight departed on Tue, Oct 27 from SEZ at approximately 15:58. This flight is expected to arrrive in NBO at 17:49.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 16 | Mahe Island (SEZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 13:42 | 15:36 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Mahe Island (SEZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 14:08 | 15:54 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Mahe Island (SEZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | E190 | 17:35 | 19:21 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Mahe Island (SEZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 17:05 | 18:52 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 25 | Mahe Island (SEZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 14:04 | 15:57 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Mahe Island (SEZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | E190 | 15:58 | 17:49 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Mahe Island (SEZ) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 13:45 | 15:36 | Delayed |
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KQ251 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KQ251 is 57% (Late on average 1 hour 36 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 57% (Late on average 1 hour 19 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
57
%
Late on average
1 hour 36 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
30
%
Cancelled
5
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
57
%
Late on average
1 hour 19 minutes
Early
47
%
On time
10
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
30
%
Cancelled
5
%
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Flight FAQs
Has flight kq251 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kq251 is scheduled to depart at 13:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 13:45, and the current status is Delayed (updated Oct 30, 2026).When is flight kq251 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kq251 is scheduled to arrive at 15:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 15:36. Status is Delayed as of Oct 30, 2026.What route does flight kq251 fly?
Flight kq251 is operated by Kenya Airways from Mahe Island (SEZ) to Nairobi (NBO). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 10 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight kq251?
Track flight kq251 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 kq251 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kq251 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Oct 30, 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.What is the seat configuration for flight kq251?
Flight kq251 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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