Saudia ranked first worldwide for on-time departures and second for on-time arrivals in 2024, just 0.35 percentage points behind the leader, according to a report by Cirium, the independent aviation and airport performance monitoring platform.
A press release on Saudia’s LinkedIn account reported departure punctuality of 88.82% and arrival punctuality of 86.35%. Cirium noted that the airline operated more than 192,500 flights over the 12-month period.
Saudia Group Director General Ibrahim Al-Omar emphasized the group’s continued operational excellence worldwide, supporting the National Transport and Logistics Strategy and the National Aviation Strategy. He said the result recognizes employees across the group and its companies and reflects integrated efforts to ensure operational efficiency and improve the customer experience.
He added that year-round and peak-season operating plans focused on overcoming challenges and making optimum use of resources, including a modern, growing fleet and AI-enhanced predictive digital systems that help maintain punctuality.
Saudia had already ranked first for on-time performance in June, July and November 2024. It continues to apply the highest international quality and aviation safety standards alongside services, products and initiatives designed to improve travel experiences across all service touchpoints through the latest technology and aviation solutions.
The airline currently operates more than 530 flights daily, connecting Saudi Arabia with over 100 destinations on four continents through a fleet of 144 aircraft. This supports Saudi Vision 2030 objectives in tourism, entertainment, sport, Hajj and Umrah. An ambitious plan to add another 130 new aircraft over the coming years will increase flights and seat capacity on existing routes and enable new destinations.
Read the announcement on Saudia’s LinkedIn account.
