Kenya Airways KQ498 Flight Status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Kenya Airways flight KQ498 from Nairobi to Zanzibar City (NBO–ZNZ): Flight KQ498 has safely landed at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) at 01:59 (local time). Arrival was about 41m early.
Wed, Oct 21
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 35m early
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 41m early
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
16-25
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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KQ763
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Johannesburg (JNB)
Nairobi (NBO)
Nairobi (NBO)
Scheduled: 22:05
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35m late
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KQ498 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ498 flight flying from Nairobi to Zanzibar City on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with 84 seats.
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
63
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
70
%
Late on average
8 minutes
Age
15y, 1m
Seats
84
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
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Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Recent Flight History for KQ498
Trip.com historical records show that the last KQ498 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from NBO at approximately 01:08. This flight is expected to arrrive in ZNZ at 02:05.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 15 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 02:47 | 03:43 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | 738 | 03:11 | 04:07 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 17 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 01:22 | 02:16 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 01:15 | 02:08 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | 738 | 01:39 | 02:34 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 01:08 | 02:05 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Nairobi (NBO) | Zanzibar City (ZNZ) | E190 | 01:03 | 01:59 | Arrived |
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KQ498 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KQ498 is 63% (Late on average 36 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 70% (Late on average 8 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
36 minutes
Early
23
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
17
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
3
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
8 minutes
Early
67
%
On time
3
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
3
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight kq498?
Flight kq498 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 01:59 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight kq498 on time today?
Flight kq498 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 01:59; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight kq498 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight kq498 is scheduled to depart at 01:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 01:03, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight kq498 scheduled to arrive?
Flight kq498 is scheduled to arrive at 02:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 01:59. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What route does flight kq498 fly?
Flight kq498 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 Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight kq498?
Track flight kq498 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 kq498 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If kq498 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 22, 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 kq498 departed from Nairobi?
Flight kq498 has already left Nairobi and completed its journey. Departure was 01:03; actual arrival 01:59.What is the seat configuration for flight kq498?
Flight kq498 usually flies a Embraer 190 with seat layout 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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