Kenya Airways KQ494 Flight status
According to real-time data from Trip.com, flight KQ494, operated by Kenya Airways, scheduled to fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Zanzibar City (ZNZ), has been cancelled. Please contact the airline or airport counter for the latest information.
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En route
Your flight has departed Nairobi and is expected to arrive in Zanzibar City at 8:00 PM.
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Canceled
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1h 20m
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16-25
Boarding Gate
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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 10/28/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 13y, 8m. The aircraft has 145 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
87
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Age
13y, 8m
Seats
145
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
81 cm
More legroom than on 75% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Snacks
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
119 cm
More legroom than on 33% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for KQ494
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Tue, Oct 20 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 6:35 PM | 7:30 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | 738 | 6:54 PM | 7:48 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | 738 | 6:34 PM | 7:35 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | 738 | 9:27 PM | 10:21 PM | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | 738 | 6:47 PM | 7:41 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 25 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 9:01 PM | 9:57 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 7:04 PM | 8:00 PM | En route |
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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 87% (Late on average 21 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Early
10
%
On time
77
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Early
80
%
On time
13
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight kq494?
Flight kq494 has been canceled (status: Canceled). Contact Kenya Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund (updated Oct 28, 2026).Is flight kq494 on time today?
Flight kq494 has been canceled (status: Canceled). Contact Kenya Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options; if booked on Trip.com, use Manage Booking.Has flight kq494 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kq494 is scheduled to depart at 6:40 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 6:40 PM, and the current status is Canceled (updated Oct 28, 2026).When is flight kq494 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kq494 is scheduled to arrive at 8:00 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 8:00 PM. Status is Canceled as of Oct 28, 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 Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight kq494?
Track flight kq494 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 kq494 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kq494 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Canceled, updated Oct 28, 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 been canceled and did not depart from Nairobi (NBO). Contact Kenya Airways or your booking channel for next steps.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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