Singapore Airlines SQ478 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the SQ478 flight operated by Singapore Airlines on Oct 22, 2026, flying from Singapore (SIN) to Cape Town (CPT), departed at 02:18 and is expected to arrive at 10:14 (local time in Cape Town, UTC+2) and land at Cape Town International Airport (CPT).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 15m late
14h 10m
JNB
1h 5m
Check-in Counter
3
Boarding Gate
A1
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
3
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En route
Your flight has departed Singapore and is expected to arrive in Cape Town at 10:14.
14h 10m
JNB
1h 26m
Check-in Counter
3
Boarding Gate
A4
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
2
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SQ478 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the SQ478 flight flying from Singapore to Cape Town on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A350 XWB. This aircraft has been in service for 9y, 10m. The aircraft is equipped with 229 seats.
Airbus A350 XWB
Punctuality (Departure)
80
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
1 minute
Age
9y, 10m
Seats
229
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
81 cm
More legroom than on 33% of flights
46 cm
Seat width better than on 33% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
152 cm
Legroom
71 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Recent Flight History for SQ478
Trip.com historical records show that the last SQ478 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from SIN at approximately 01:33. This flight is expected to arrrive in CPT at 09:40.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Singapore (SIN) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 01:35 | 09:02 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Singapore (SIN) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 01:37 | 08:50 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Singapore (SIN) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 01:30 | 09:20 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Singapore (SIN) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 01:33 | 09:40 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Singapore (SIN) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 02:18 | 10:14 | En route |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Singapore (SIN) | Cape Town (CPT) | 359 | 01:15 | 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 80% (Late on average 23 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
23 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
80
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
1 minute
Early
80
%
On time
17
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight sq478?
Flight sq478 has departed (status: En route). Departure 02:18, estimated arrival 10:14 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight sq478 on time today?
Flight sq478 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 02:18 and is estimated to arrive at 10:14.Has flight sq478 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight sq478 is scheduled to depart at 01:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 02:18, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 22, 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 10:14. Status is En route as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight sq478?
For flight sq478, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is A4. 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 2 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 10 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.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 (En route, updated Oct 22, 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 departed from Singapore (SIN) at 02:18 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight sq478?
Flight sq478 usually flies a Airbus A350 XWB with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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