Singapore Airlines SQ478 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the SQ478 flight operated by Singapore Airlines on Oct 31, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Singapore (SIN) to Cape Town (CPT). The flight is expected to depart at 01:25 (local time in Singapore, UTC+8) and land at 09:25 (local time in Cape Town, UTC+2)
Fri, Oct 30
Sat, Oct 31
Sun, Nov 1
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 15m early
14h
JNB
1h 13m
Check-in Counter
3
Boarding Gate
A4
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
14h
JNB
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
3
Boarding Gate
A14
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
14h
Check-in Counter
2,3,4,7
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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SQ478 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the SQ478 flight flying from Singapore to Cape Town on 10/31/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A350-900. This aircraft has been in service for 8y, 5m.
Airbus A350-900
Punctuality (Departure)
67
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Late on average
5 minutes
Age
8y, 5m
Seats
--
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
50 cm
Seat width
135°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for SQ478
Trip.com historical records show that the last SQ478 flight departed on Fri, Oct 30 from SIN at approximately 01:41. This flight is expected to arrrive in CPT at 09:10.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 26 | Singapore (SIN) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 01:48 | 09:03 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Singapore (SIN) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 02:04 | 09:37 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Singapore (SIN) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 02:01 | 09:39 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Singapore (SIN) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 02:05 | 09:25 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Singapore (SIN) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 01:41 | 09:10 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Singapore (SIN) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 01:25 | 09:25 | Scheduled |
| Sun, Nov 1 | Singapore (SIN) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 01:25 | 09:25 | Scheduled |
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SQ478 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of SQ478 is 67% (Late on average 27 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 5 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
67
%
Late on average
27 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
67
%
30 mins late
27
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
5 minutes
Early
63
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight sq478?
Flight sq478 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 01:25, arrival 09:25 (updated Oct 31, 2026).Is flight sq478 on time today?
Flight sq478 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 01:25, with arrival at 09:25. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight sq478 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight sq478 is scheduled to depart at 01:25. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 01:25, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 31, 2026).When is flight sq478 scheduled to arrive?
Flight sq478 is scheduled to arrive at 09:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:25. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 31, 2026.What is the gate information for flight sq478?
For flight sq478, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is A14. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight sq478?
After arrival, baggage for flight sq478 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal I. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight sq478 fly?
Flight sq478 is operated by Singapore Airlines from Singapore (SIN) to Cape Town (CPT). Typical flight time is about 14 hours; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight sq478?
Track flight sq478 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 sq478 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If sq478 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 31, 2026). Contact Singapore Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight sq478 departed from Singapore?
Flight sq478 has not departed from Singapore (SIN) yet and is currently on schedule for 01:25.
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