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KQ251 Flight Status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ251 flight operated by Kenya Airways on Sep 21, 2026, scheduled to fly from Mahe Island (SEZ) to Nairobi (NBO), has experienced a change in flight status: the originally scheduled departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 14:44 , with a new arrival time of 16:32 (local time in Nairobi, UTC+3) . Trip.com will continue to keep you updated on the latest flight status.
Sun, Sep 20
Mon, Sep 21
Tue, Sep 22
SEZ-NBO

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 8m early
Mahe Island(SEZ)
19:09
Scheduled: 19:05, Sep 20
Seychelles International Airport I
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h 10m
Nairobi(NBO)
21:07
Scheduled: 21:15, Sep 20
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport T1A
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Baggage
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SEZ-NBO

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Delayed
Your flight is about 2h 4m late
Mahe Island(SEZ)
14:44
Scheduled: 12:40, Sep 21
Seychelles International Airport I
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h 10m
Nairobi(NBO)
16:32
Scheduled: 14:50, Sep 21
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport T1A
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Boarding Gate
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SEZ-NBO

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Mahe Island(SEZ)
14:20
Scheduled: 14:20, Sep 22
Seychelles International Airport I
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h 10m
Nairobi(NBO)
16:30
Scheduled: 16:30, Sep 22
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport T1A
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KQ251 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the KQ251 flight flying from Mahe Island to Nairobi on 9/21/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 13y, 6m. The aircraft is equipped with 96 seats.
flight status
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
50%
Punctuality (Arrival)
53%
Late on average
1 hour40 minutes
Age
13y, 6m
Seats
96
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
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 KQ251

Trip.com historical records show that the last KQ251 flight departed on Sun, Sep 20 from SEZ at approximately 19:09. This flight is expected to arrrive in NBO at 21:07.
DateAirportAircraft ModelDepartureArrivalStatus
DepartureArrival
Fri, Sep 11Mahe Island (SEZ)Nairobi (NBO)E19014:0415:54Arrived
Sun, Sep 13Mahe Island (SEZ)Nairobi (NBO)73817:3219:35Arrived
Tue, Sep 15Mahe Island (SEZ)Nairobi (NBO)E19017:3619:27Arrived
Fri, Sep 18Mahe Island (SEZ)Nairobi (NBO)73818:1320:01Arrived
Sun, Sep 20Mahe Island (SEZ)Nairobi (NBO)73819:0921:07Arrived
Mon, Sep 21Mahe Island (SEZ)Nairobi (NBO)E19014:4416:32Delayed
Tue, Sep 22Mahe Island (SEZ)Nairobi (NBO)E19014:2016:30Scheduled
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KQ251 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of KQ251 is 50% (Late on average 2 hours), and the on-time arrival rate is 53% (Late on average 1 hour40 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
50%
Late on average 2 hours
Early
10%
On time
40%
30 mins late
3%
60 mins late
7%
90 mins late
40%
Canceled
6%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
53%
Late on average 1 hour40 minutes
Early
43%
On time
10%
30 mins late
3%
60 mins late
10%
90 mins late
33%
Canceled
6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight kq251?

    Flight kq251 is delayed by about 124 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 14:44 / 16:32 (updated Sep 21, 2026).
  • Flight kq251 is delayed by about 124 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 14:44 / 16:32. Watch for gate changes.
  • Flight kq251 is scheduled to depart at 12:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 14:44, and the current status is Delayed (updated Sep 21, 2026).
  • Flight kq251 is scheduled to arrive at 14:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 16:32. Status is Delayed as of Sep 21, 2026.
  • Flight kq251 is operated by Kenya Airways from Mahe Island (SEZ) to Nairobi (NBO). Typical flight time is about 3 hours10 minutes; operating days may include Monday.
  • Track flight kq251 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 kq251 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Sep 21, 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.
  • Flight kq251 has not left Mahe Island (SEZ) yet and is delayed by about 124 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 14:44.
  • Flight kq251 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: Mahe Island 17:30| Nairobi 16:30

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