1977Founded
3Aircraft types
1Base airports
KQ · KQAIATA · ICAO

About the airline

Kenya Airways (KQ/KQA) is Kenya's flagship carrier, founded in 1977. Based at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, it operates a modern fleet of Boeing aircraft across African and intercontinental routes.

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Kenya Airways (IATA: KQ, ICAO: KQA) is the national airline of Kenya, established in 1977. The carrier operates from its main hub at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, serving as a key gateway for travel across East Africa and beyond.

The airline's route network connects major African cities with intercontinental destinations, positioning Nairobi as a strategic hub for regional and long-haul travel. Kenya Airways has built its reputation on connecting Kenya and East Africa to global markets, supporting both leisure and business travellers.

Kenya Airways operates a modern fleet composed of Boeing aircraft, including the Boeing 737 for regional routes, the Boeing 777 for long-haul services, and the Boeing 787 for premium intercontinental flights. This mix of aircraft enables the airline to serve diverse markets efficiently, from short regional hops to extended international journeys.

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