Hainan Airlines
HU491 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Hainan Airlines flight HU491 from Beijing to Brussels (PEK-BRU): Flight HU491 has taken off from Beijing Capital International Airport at 02:42, and is currently en-route to Brussels Airport. Estimated time of arrival is 06:28.
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Arrived
The flight arrived 22m early.
7945km
10h 10m
Check-in Counter
D1-D20
Boarding Gate
10
Arrival Gate
B
Baggage
8
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In Flight
Your flight has departed Beijing and is expected to arrive in Brussels at 06:28.
7945km
10h 10m
Check-in Counter
D1-D20
Boarding Gate
12
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
5
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Check-in Counter
A,B,D
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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HU491 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the HU491 flight from Beijing to Brussels on 10/2/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 787-9. This aircraft has been in service for 8y, 1m. The aircraft has 292 seats. The average flight distance for this journey is 7,945km.
Boeing 787-9
On-Time Departure
97
%
On-Time Arrival
97
%
Avg. Early
9 minutes
Aircraft Age
8y, 1m
Total Seats
292
Flight Distance
7,945km
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
81 cm
More legroom than on 25% of flights
51 cm
Seat width better than on 75% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
57 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-3-2
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
117 cm
More legroom than on 67% of flights
58 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
2-2-2
Seat layout example
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HU491 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last HU491 flight departed on Thu, Oct 1 from PEK at approximately 02:45. This flight is expected to arrrive in BRU at 06:28.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Sep 26 | Beijing (PEK) | Brussels (BRU) | 789 | 02:45 | 06:23 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 27 | Beijing (PEK) | Brussels (BRU) | 789 | 02:51 | 06:54 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Beijing (PEK) | Brussels (BRU) | 789 | 02:46 | 06:37 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | Beijing (PEK) | Brussels (BRU) | 789 | 02:44 | 06:43 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Beijing (PEK) | Brussels (BRU) | 789 | 02:43 | 06:41 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Beijing (PEK) | Brussels (BRU) | 789 | 02:45 | 06:28 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Beijing (PEK) | Brussels (BRU) | 789 | 02:42 | 06:28 | In Flight |
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HU491 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of HU491 is 97% (Late on average 15 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 9 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
97
%
Late on average
15 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
97
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
9 minutes
Early
80
%
On time
17
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight hu491?
Flight hu491 has departed (status: In Flight). Departure 02:42, estimated arrival 06:28 (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
Is flight hu491 on time today?
Flight hu491 has already departed (status: In Flight). It took off at 02:42 and is estimated to arrive at 06:28. -
Has flight hu491 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight hu491 is scheduled to depart at 02:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 02:42, and the current status is In Flight (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight hu491 scheduled to arrive?
Flight hu491 is scheduled to arrive at 06:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 06:28. Status is In Flight as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight hu491?
For flight hu491, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 12. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight hu491 fly?
Flight hu491 is operated by Hainan Airlines from Beijing (PEK) to Brussels (BRU). Typical flight time is about 10 hours 10 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight hu491 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If hu491 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (In Flight, updated Oct 2, 2026). Contact Hainan Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com. -
Has flight hu491 departed from Beijing?
Flight hu491 has departed from Beijing (PEK) at 02:42 (status: In Flight). -
What is the seat configuration for flight hu491?
Flight hu491 usually flies a Boeing 787-9 with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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