Aeromexico has been named the most on-time global airline for 2024.
According to the prestigious end-of-year punctuality report, from leading aviation analyst Cirium, Mexico’s flag carrier had an on-time performance rate of 86.7% of its flights last year. Punctuality is measured by flights arriving within 14:59 minutes of their scheduled gate arrival time and departing within the same timeframe of their scheduled departure time.
On a regional basis, Copa Airline was Latin America’s most punctual carrier; Delta Air Lines was North America’s most on-time airline; Japan Airlines took the title in Asia-Pacific, Safair in the Middle East and Africa and Iberia Express in Europe.
In the airport category, Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport, in Saudi Arabia, was named the most punctual.
Jeremy Bowen, Cirium CEO, said: “In an industry defined by operational complexity, we are extremely proud to be celebrating the airlines and airports who have provided customers the most on-time flights and best performance in 2024, acknowledging their operational excellence.”
“2024 was a difficult year for airlines, facing a large-scale IT outage, and unseasonable and severe weather patterns. Despite these challenges, these airlines and airports have worked tirelessly to ensure their customers have a smooth journey and reach their destination on-time.”
“We extend our congratulations to all the winners of this year’s On-Time Performance Review, each of whom has set new standards in operational excellence. A special recognition goes to Delta Air Lines for continuing their outstanding winning streak with Cirium’s Platinum Award for airlines, Copa Airlines for achieving its 10th title as Latin America’s most On-Time airline, Iberia Express for its consistent performance as Europe’s most On-Time airline, and Bogotá El Dorado Airport for securing Cirium’s first-ever Platinum Award for an airport.”
Now in its 16th year, the Cirium On-Time Performance Review remains the definitive benchmark for monitoring global airline operational performance.
