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) 00:16 (local time), about 19m early.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 10m early
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
20A
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 19m early
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
21
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 10/23/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 1m. The aircraft has 96 seats.
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
60
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
67
%
Late on average
32 minutes
Age
15y, 1m
Seats
96
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 60% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
1-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for KQ478
Trip.com historical records show that the last KQ478 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from NBO at approximately 00:17. This flight is expected to arrrive in KGL at 00:25.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 2 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | 738 | 00:25 | 00:30 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E90 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Sun, Oct 11 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E90 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Wed, Oct 14 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 00:19 | 00:23 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 00:20 | 00:28 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 00:17 | 00:25 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Nairobi (NBO) | Kigali (KGL) | E190 | 00:12 | 00:16 | 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 60% (Late on average 56 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 67% (Late on average 32 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
60
%
Late on average
56 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
57
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
13
%
90 mins late
17
%
Cancelled
7
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
67
%
Late on average
32 minutes
Early
60
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
17
%
Cancelled
7
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight kq478?
Flight kq478 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 00:16 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight kq478 on time today?
Flight kq478 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 00:16; 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 00:12, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 23, 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 00:16. Status is Arrived as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight kq478?
For flight kq478, the departure terminal is T1A and the boarding gate is 21. 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 Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight kq478?
Track flight kq478 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 kq478 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kq478 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 23, 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 00:12; actual arrival 00:16.What is the seat configuration for flight kq478?
Flight kq478 usually flies a Embraer 190 with seat layout 2-2. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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