Kenya Airways
KQ494 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Kenya Airways flight KQ494 from Nairobi to Zanzibar City (NBO-ZNZ): Flight KQ494 has safely landed at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) 19:32 (local time), about 18m early.
Sat, Sep 5
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Arrived
The flight arrived 18m early.
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
12
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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KQ494 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ494 flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar City on 9/6/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 5m. The aircraft has 96 seats.
Embraer 190
On-Time Departure
63
%
On-Time Arrival
77
%
Avg. Delay
41 minutes
Aircraft Age
14y, 5m
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 20% 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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KQ494 Flight History
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Aug 28 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 18:58 | 19:57 | Arrived |
| Sat, Aug 29 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | 738 | 18:41 | 19:35 | Arrived |
| Sun, Aug 30 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 03:30 | 04:26 | Arrived |
| Mon, Aug 31 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 01:03 | 02:01 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 1 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 21:23 | 22:19 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 4 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 18:45 | 19:40 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 5 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | 738 | 18:38 | 19:32 | Arrived |
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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 63% (Late on average 1 hour 3 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 77% (Late on average 41 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
1 hour 3 minutes
Early
10
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
20
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
41 minutes
Early
50
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
1
%
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What is the current status of flight kq494?
Flight kq494 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 19:32 (updated Sep 6, 2026). -
Is flight kq494 on time today?
Flight kq494 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 19:32; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel. -
Has flight kq494 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kq494 is scheduled to depart at 18:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 18:38, and the current status is Arrived (updated Sep 6, 2026). -
When is flight kq494 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kq494 is scheduled to arrive at 19:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 19:32. Status is Arrived as of Sep 6, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight kq494?
For flight kq494, the departure terminal is T1A 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 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 Sunday. -
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If flight kq494 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight kq494 departed from Nairobi?
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What is the seat configuration for flight kq494?
Flight kq494 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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