Avianca has been named the most on-time global airline by Cirium in its 2023 On-Time Performance Review.

Delta Air Lines topped the rankings for being the most on-time airline in North America. The winners in the other regions are ANA for Asia Pacific, Oman Air for the Middle East and Africa, Copa in Latin America, and Iberia Express in Europe.

Safair was the leading low-cost carrier and Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport was the top airport performer globally.

An on-time flight is defined as a flight that arrives within 15 minutes of the scheduled gate arrival. For an airport, it is defined as departing within 15 minutes of its scheduled departure.

Jeremy Bowen, CEO of Cirium, said: “It’s incredible to witness Delta Air Lines winning its third consecutive Platinum Award and topping the North American Category.

“Other airline and airport winners steered through the year’s operational hurdles with exceptional performance. Their relentless pursuit of efficiency and punctuality is commendable as we venture into 2024, a year brimming with promise for the aviation sector.”

Now in its 15th year, the Cirium On-Time Performance programme monitors global airline operational performance.
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