Kenya Airways KQ471 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Kenya Airways flight KQ471 from Kigali to Nairobi (KGL–NBO): Flight KQ471 has safely landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) at 11:17 (local time). Arrival was about 13m early.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 18m early
1h 30m
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 13m early
1h 30m
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 30m
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KQ470
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Nairobi (NBO)
Kigali (KGL)
Kigali (KGL)
Scheduled: 08:00
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KQ471 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ471 flight flying from Kigali to Nairobi on 10/23/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 6m. The aircraft is equipped with 96 seats.
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
93
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
15 minutes
Age
15y, 6m
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
More legroom than on 50% of flights
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 KQ471
Trip.com historical records show that the last KQ471 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from KGL at approximately 08:59. This flight is expected to arrrive in NBO at 11:02.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 19 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 08:55 | 11:00 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 09:13 | 11:18 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 08:46 | 10:53 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 08:59 | 11:02 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | E190 | 09:10 | 11:17 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | E190 | 09:00 | 11:30 | Scheduled |
| Sun, Oct 25 | Kigali (KGL) | Nairobi (NBO) | 738 | 08:50 | 11:20 | Scheduled |
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KQ471 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KQ471 is 93% (Late on average 6 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 15 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
93
%
Late on average
6 minutes
Early
27
%
On time
67
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
15 minutes
Early
90
%
On time
10
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight kq471?
Flight kq471 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 11:17 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight kq471 on time today?
Flight kq471 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 11:17; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight kq471 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kq471 is scheduled to depart at 09:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 09:10, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight kq471 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kq471 is scheduled to arrive at 11:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 11:17. Status is Arrived as of Oct 23, 2026.What route does flight kq471 fly?
Flight kq471 is operated by Kenya Airways from Kigali (KGL) to Nairobi (NBO). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 30 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight kq471?
Track flight kq471 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 kq471 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kq471 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 23, 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 kq471 departed from Kigali?
Flight kq471 has already left Kigali and completed its journey. Departure was 09:10; actual arrival 11:17.What is the seat configuration for flight kq471?
Flight kq471 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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Time on arrival: Kigali 10:17
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