Delta Air Lines Named Most On-Time North America Airline in 2025

Accra: Delta Air Lines has been named the top on-time airline in North America by aviation analytics company, Cirium, for the fifth consecutive year. The recognition reflects the airline's commitment to safety, reliability, and service. According to Ghana News Agency, Delta's 2025 performance topped all North American carriers, with 80.9% of 1.8 million flights arriving within 15 minutes of schedule, per Cirium's measurement. This surpassed the nearest competitor by 1.7 percentage points on more than four times the flight volume. Delta was the only United States carrier in Cirium's Top 10 Global Airlines on-time performance rankings. Mr. John Laughter, Delta's E.V.P and Chief of Operations, expressed satisfaction with the recognition. He noted that earning top marks for North American operators for five years running is a testament to the industry-leading teamwork of Delta people and a direct result of their dedication to customers and each other. The airline's commitment to keeping safety at the forefront while maintaining a steadfast focus on on-time performance was emphasized. Delta Air Lines has been repeatedly honored for operational and service excellence, including awards from J.D. Power, The Points Guy, and Skytrax, reinforcing its position as America's most awarded airline. In December 2025, the airline officially launched its expanded seasonal Accra-Atlanta, United States service at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) in Accra. The daily service was introduced in response to strong travel demand between the US and Ghana, particularly during the peak December-January holiday season. The new service adds to Delta's year-round daily flights from New York-JFK, offering greater flexibility for both business and leisure travelers. Speaking at the launch, Mr. Rolf Olson, Chargé d'Affaires, US Embassy, Ghana, highlighted that the expanded Accra-Atlanta service symbolized the strengthening partnership between Ghana and the United States. He emphasized that the route is more than a convenient connection, as it opens doors for economic growth, cultural exchange, and collaboration, providing new pathways for people to engage across continents.