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World’s most punctual airlines and airports of 2024

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Aviation analytics firm Cirium has ranked the world’s most punctual airlines and airports for 2024, measuring on-time performance as arrivals or departures within 15 minutes of schedule.

Top Airlines

  1. Aeromexico – SkyTeam alliance member and overall winner.
  2. Saudia – Flag carrier of Saudi Arabia with ambitious expansion plans.
  3. Delta Air Lines – Renowned North American carrier and SkyTeam co-founder.

Other notable airlines: Copa (Latin America), Safair (MENA), Iberia (Europe), and Japan Airlines (Asia-Pacific).

Top Airports

  1. Riyadh King Khalid International (RUH) – Crowned best overall and top large airport.
  2. Lima Jorge Chávez International (LIM) – Second in overall rankings.
  3. Mexico City Benito Juárez International (MEX) – Third in both overall and large airport categories.

Additional winners include Honolulu International (HNL) for large airports and Panama Tocumen International (PTY) for medium-size airports.

While the rankings highlight operational excellence, delays are often influenced by external factors like weather, which is becoming more challenging due to climate change.

This post was published on 2 January 2025 21:08

André Orban

M. Sc. Engineering

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