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Saudia leads global airline punctuality rankings, flyadeal tops regional list

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Saudia leads global airline punctuality rankings, flyadeal tops regional list

Saudia Group achieved leading operational results in June 2026, with Saudia ranking first globally and flyadeal topping airlines in the Middle East and Africa for on-time performance, according to Cirium’s latest report.

During the peak post-Hajj travel period and the start of the summer season, Saudia operated 13,350 flights, recording 92.38% on-time arrivals and 93.02% on-time departures.

flyadeal operated 5,150 flights, achieving 95.42% arrival and 96.63% departure punctuality.

The performance highlights the Group’s integrated operations, supported by AI-powered systems that enhance planning, resilience and real-time decision-making.

Ibrahim Al-Omar, Director General of Saudia Group, said: "Delivering this level of reliability during one of the busiest periods of the year reflects the dedication of our people and the discipline behind every stage of planning and execution. We remain committed to advancing our operational performance in support of the Saudi Aviation Strategy and the Kingdom’s ambition to reinforce its position as a leading global aviation hub." -TradeArabia News Service