Kenya Airways KQ490 Flight status
According to real-time data from Trip.com, flight KQ490, 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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Arrived
The flight has arrived 15m late
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
11
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Canceled
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Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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KQ490 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ490 flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar City on 11/12/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 7m. The aircraft has 96 seats.
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
70
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Late on average
2 minutes
Age
14y, 7m
Seats
96
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
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 KQ490
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 31 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | 738 | 07:53 | 08:46 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 1 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | 738 | 09:20 | 10:17 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 4 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 08:07 | 09:03 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 08:04 | 08:59 | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 08:22 | 09:17 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 08:22 | 09:17 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 08:19 | 09:15 | Arrived |
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KQ490 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KQ490 is 70% (Late on average 26 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 2 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
26 minutes
Early
7
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
6
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
2 minutes
Early
60
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
6
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight kq490?
Flight kq490 has been canceled (status: Canceled). Contact Kenya Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund (updated Nov 12, 2026).Is flight kq490 on time today?
Flight kq490 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 kq490 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kq490 is scheduled to depart at 07:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 07:40, and the current status is Canceled (updated Nov 12, 2026).When is flight kq490 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kq490 is scheduled to arrive at 09:00. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:00. Status is Canceled as of Nov 12, 2026.How can I check real-time status for flight kq490?
Track flight kq490 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 kq490 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kq490 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Canceled, updated Nov 12, 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 kq490 departed from Nairobi?
Flight kq490 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 kq490?
Flight kq490 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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