Kenya Airways
KQ488 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Kenya Airways flight KQ488 from Nairobi to Dar es salaam (NBO-DAR): Flight KQ488 has taken off from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport at 01:40, and is currently en-route to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Estimated time of arrival is 02:43.
Sun, Sep 27
Fri, Oct 2
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Arrived
The flight arrived 10m early.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
15
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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In Flight
Your flight has departed Nairobi and is expected to arrive in Dar es salaam at 02:43.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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KQ488 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ488 flight from Nairobi to Dar es salaam on 10/2/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 14y. The aircraft has 96 seats.
Embraer 190
On-Time Departure
87
%
On-Time Arrival
90
%
Avg. Early
6 minutes
Aircraft Age
14y
Total Seats
96
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
Snacks
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 25% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
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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KQ488 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last KQ488 flight departed on Sun, Sep 27 from NBO at approximately 02:17. This flight is expected to arrrive in DAR at 03:20.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 6 | Nairobi (NBO) | Dar es salaam (DAR) | E90 | -- | -- | Cancelled |
| Sun, Sep 20 | Nairobi (NBO) | Dar es salaam (DAR) | E90 | -- | -- | Cancelled |
| Sun, Sep 27 | Nairobi (NBO) | Dar es salaam (DAR) | E190 | 02:17 | 03:20 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Nairobi (NBO) | Dar es salaam (DAR) | E190 | 01:40 | 02:43 | In Flight |
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KQ488 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KQ488 is 87% (Late on average 22 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Early on average 6 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
22 minutes
Early
37
%
On time
50
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
27
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Early on average
6 minutes
Early
87
%
On time
3
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
27
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight kq488?
Flight kq488 has departed (status: In Flight). Departure 01:40, estimated arrival 02:43 (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
Is flight kq488 on time today?
Flight kq488 has already departed (status: In Flight). It took off at 01:40 and is estimated to arrive at 02:43. -
Has flight kq488 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kq488 is scheduled to depart at 01:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 01:40, and the current status is In Flight (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight kq488 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kq488 is scheduled to arrive at 03:00. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 02:43. Status is In Flight as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What route does flight kq488 fly?
Flight kq488 is operated by Kenya Airways from Nairobi (NBO) to Dar es salaam (DAR). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 30 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight kq488 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kq488 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (In Flight, updated Oct 2, 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 kq488 departed from Nairobi?
Flight kq488 has departed from Nairobi (NBO) at 01:40 (status: In Flight). -
What is the seat configuration for flight kq488?
Flight kq488 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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