Kenya Airways
KQ494 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ494 flight operated by Kenya Airways on Oct 5, 2026, scheduled to fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Zanzibar City (ZNZ), has a change in flight status: the original departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 7:01 PM , with a new arrival time of 7:58 PM . Trip.com will continue to provide the latest updates on this flight.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 14m early
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
15
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Delayed
Your flight is about 31m late
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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KQ494 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ494 flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar City on 10/5/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 13y, 10m. The aircraft has 145 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
83
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Late on average
4 minutes
Age
13y, 10m
Seats
145
Flight Distance
--
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 100% 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 100% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for KQ494
Trip.com historical records show that the last KQ494 flight departed on Sun, Oct 4 from NBO at approximately 6:45 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in ZNZ at 7:41 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Sep 30 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 7:07 PM | 8:03 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 6:52 PM | 7:47 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | 738 | 6:37 PM | 7:33 PM | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | 738 | 6:20 PM | 7:14 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 6:45 PM | 7:41 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 7:01 PM | 7:58 PM | Delayed |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | 738 | 6:30 PM | 7:50 PM | Scheduled |
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KQ494 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KQ494 is 83% (Late on average 28 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 4 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
28 minutes
Early
17
%
On time
67
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
4 minutes
Early
73
%
On time
13
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight kq494?
Flight kq494 is delayed by about 31 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 7:01 PM / 7:58 PM (updated Oct 5, 2026). -
Is flight kq494 on time today?
Flight kq494 is delayed by about 31 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 7:01 PM / 7:58 PM. Watch for gate changes. -
Has flight kq494 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kq494 is scheduled to depart at 6:30 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 7:01 PM, and the current status is Delayed (updated Oct 5, 2026). -
When is flight kq494 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kq494 is scheduled to arrive at 7:50 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 7:58 PM. Status is Delayed as of Oct 5, 2026. -
What route does flight kq494 fly?
Flight kq494 is operated by Kenya Airways from Nairobi (NBO) to Zanzibar City (ZNZ). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 20 minutes; operating days may include Monday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight kq494?
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If flight kq494 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kq494 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Oct 5, 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 kq494 departed from Nairobi?
Flight kq494 has not left Nairobi (NBO) yet and is delayed by about 31 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 7:01 PM. -
What is the seat configuration for flight kq494?
Flight kq494 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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