FA478 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the FA478 flight from Johannesburg to Durban on 11/12/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 2m. The aircraft has 189 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
90
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
5 minutes
Age
16y, 2m
Seats
189
Flight Distance
--
Economy
In-Flight Services
None
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for FA478
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Johannesburg (HLA) | Durban (DUR) | 738 | 19:54 | 20:53 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Johannesburg (HLA) | Durban (DUR) | 738 | 19:58 | 20:46 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 25 | Johannesburg (HLA) | Durban (DUR) | 738 | 19:57 | 20:59 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Johannesburg (HLA) | Durban (DUR) | 738 | 19:59 | 20:52 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 1 | Johannesburg (HLA) | Durban (DUR) | 738 | 20:24 | 21:15 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Johannesburg (HLA) | Durban (DUR) | 738 | 19:59 | 20:50 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Johannesburg (HLA) | Durban (DUR) | 738 | 19:53 | 20:44 | Arrived |
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FA478 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of FA478 is 90% (Late on average 10 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 5 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Early
17
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
25
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
5 minutes
Early
87
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
25
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight fa478?
Flight fa478 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 20:44 (updated Nov 12, 2026).Is flight fa478 on time today?
Flight fa478 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 20:44; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight fa478 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight fa478 is scheduled to depart at 19:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 19:53, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 12, 2026).When is flight fa478 scheduled to arrive?
Flight fa478 is scheduled to arrive at 21:00. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 20:44. Status is Arrived as of Nov 12, 2026.What route does flight fa478 fly?
Flight fa478 is operated by Flysafair from Johannesburg (HLA) to Durban (DUR). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 10 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight fa478?
Track flight fa478 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 fa478 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If fa478 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 12, 2026). Contact Flysafair or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight fa478 departed from Johannesburg?
Flight fa478 has already left Johannesburg and completed its journey. Departure was 19:53; actual arrival 20:44.What is the seat configuration for flight fa478?
Flight fa478 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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