Kenya Airways: The Pride of Africa

Kenya Airways, fondly known as KQ, is not a WhatsApp group, but rather the actual national airline of Kenya, founded in 1977 when it gracefully spread its wings out of the ashes of East African Airways. Since then, it has been soaring above expectations—literally and sometimes just barely financially (but hey, what airline isn’t?).

Fleet Size:

Kenya Airways operates a fleet of about 32 aircraft—including Boeing 787 Dreamliners (the fancy ones with mood lighting and the good legroom), Boeing 737s, and Embraer E190s (the pocket rockets for regional hops). They may not have hundreds of jets, but what they lack in size, they make up for in heart (and really good pilot announcements in both English and Swahili).

Destinations

KQ flies to 42 destinations—and that’s just on a calm Tuesday.

Local Legends: Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Eldoret, and Malindi. If you need to get to a place with palm trees, chapati, or your aunt who lives upcountry—KQ’s got you.

International Affairs: KQ connects Kenya to Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and occasionally, your long-lost cousin in New York City (yes, they fly to JFK!). Expect flights to places like London, Amsterdam, Dubai, Bangkok, Mumbai, Johannesburg, Lagos, and even Guangzhou. Basically, if there’s a runway and someone who likes nyama choma, KQ will probably get you there.

Onboard Experience:

Economy Class: You get a seat, two snacks, and a mystery movie from 2014. Still worth it.

Business Class: Fancy seats that turn into beds, Champagne that you can pronounce (barely), and enough legroom to do yoga poses mid-flight.

The Vibe:

Every Kenya Airways flight begins with a “Welcome aboard Kenya Airways, the Pride of Africa” and ends with at least one passenger clapping during landing (we don’t know why we clap, we just do it out of love). The cabin crew smiles like they know your mum personally, and if you’re lucky, they’ll even sneak you an extra mango juice.

So next time you’re flying local or international, choose Kenya Airways: Where delays come with a smile, the snacks are charmingly small, and “The Pride of Africa” might just upgrade you if you pretend you’re afraid of flying.

Kenya Airways Check-in

Why spend your precious time stuck in airport queues when you could be sipping coffee, scrolling memes, or doing literally anything else? With online check-in, your journey starts smooth before you even leave the house.

✅ International Flights: Check in up to 30 hours before your flight (or 24 hours if you’re U.S.-bound), right up until 1 hour before departure.
✅ Domestic Flights: We recommend checking in at least 90 minutes before wheels-up. Counters close 30 minutes before takeoff, and no, they don’t wait for “just one more passenger.”

But wait—there’s more!
Pick your favorite seat before you even pack your socks. Window? Aisle? Near the snacks? It’s your call. You’re in charge of your sky real estate now.

By checking in online, you’re not just skipping the stress—you’re upgrading your whole vibe. Less standing in lines, more time to glide through the airport like a travel ninja.

Go digital. Go smart. Go chill.
Online check-in: because standing still is so last season.

CEO of Kenya Airways

As of now in 2025, Allan Kilavuka is the man flying the corporate plane. He’s the CEO of Kenya Airways and the guy trying to keep the airline high-flying in both altitude and reputation.

He’s been the CEO of Kenya Airways since 2020, leading the Pride of Africa through headwinds, tailwinds, and everything in between.

Kenya Airways Customer Service Number & Contact Info

Got questions, compliments, or a dramatic monologue about your delayed flight? Talk to the team:

Customer Service (Kenya): +254 711 024747
Website: www.kenya-airways.com
Email: customer.relations@kenya-airways.com
Head Office Address: Kenya Airways Headquarters, Airport North Road, Embakasi, Nairobi

Whether it’s booking help, lost baggage, or just venting about your seatmate who brought tuna on board—they’re listening.

Kenya Airways Alliance – SkyTeam

Kenya Airways is a proud member of the SkyTeam Alliance, which includes other heavy-hitters like Delta, Air France, and KLM. So yes, your loyalty points actually go somewhere

Kenya Airways Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner – AKA The Flying Palace

The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is KQ’s crown jewel. She’s sleek, fuel-efficient, and comes with:

Mood lighting (because ambiance matters at 38,000 feet)

Quiet cabins (great for pretending you’re not terrified of turbulence)

Spacious seats, in-flight entertainment, and actual legroom (we know, shocking)

In-flight meals that actually taste good

USB ports and power outlets—because no one likes landing with 3% battery

It’s the kind of aircraft that makes you go, “Ahh, this is why I booked direct.”

KQ Baggage Allowance – Come Prepared, Not Overpacked

Kenya Airways’ baggage rules vary depending on your route and ticket type, but here’s the gist

Economy Class:

2 checked bags, up to 23kg each

1 cabin bag (max 12kg) + personal item (like your laptop or lucky neck pillow)

Business Class:

2 checked bags, up to 32kg each

2 cabin bags (each max 12kg) + personal item

****Need more bags? Pack light feelings and pay extra.

The Long of The Story Short

Kenya Airways is your go-to carrier for flying in and out of Kenya with style, comfort, and the occasional complimentary packet of cashew nuts. Whether you need help, have baggage (literal or emotional), or just want to know where your gate is—now you’ve got all the details.