SAS Achieves Top 10 Global Ranking for Punctuality, Setting New Standards for On-Time Performance

(IN SHORT) SAS achieved an 81.4% punctuality rate in 2024, ranking as the second most punctual airline in Europe and securing a spot in the global top 10. As part of SkyTeam, SAS’s punctuality efforts have been supported by its partners, with Aeromexico leading the global rankings. This success, which marks a significant improvement from 2023, was driven by daily monitoring, strategic efforts, and strong teamwork. The airline views punctuality as essential not only for passenger satisfaction but also for sustainability, reducing fuel consumption and ensuring reliable services, even during challenging winter conditions.

(PRESS RELEASE) Stockholm, Sweden, 2025-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — SAS has achieved an impressive 81.4% punctuality rate in 2024, positioning itself as the second most punctual airline in Europe, just behind Iberia Group, and securing a place in the global top 10 for on-time performance. As a proud member of the SkyTeam alliance, SAS shares this success with its partners, with SkyTeam airlines leading the global rankings. Anko van der Werff, President & CEO of SAS, praised the teamwork involved, saying, “Our colleagues have joined forces to focus on what matters most to our customers: punctuality.”

This notable achievement represents a significant improvement over 2023, demonstrating the airline’s commitment to enhancing operational efficiency. The success was driven by a concerted effort across all levels of the organization, with daily monitoring, proactive follow-ups, and targeted strategies designed to address operational challenges.

For SAS, punctuality is not just a metric of success; it is a key factor in maintaining passenger trust and satisfaction. Additionally, the airline views timely arrivals as integral to its sustainability goals. By minimizing delays, SAS is able to reduce fuel consumption and operate more efficiently, aligning its performance with responsible travel practices.

Punctuality has become a central focus at SAS, with a company-wide commitment to accountability and collaboration. The airline has made it a priority to maintain reliable services during the challenging winter months, focusing on safety, efficiency, and operational resilience, even in the face of severe Scandinavian weather conditions.

Van der Werff also emphasized the collective effort that made this achievement possible: “This success is a testament to the dedication and teamwork at SAS. It wouldn’t have been possible without the hard work of our colleagues, and I want to personally thank everyone for their contributions. Focusing on follow-through and empowering our teams has helped us make meaningful progress that benefits our customers.”

The punctuality data is provided by Cirium, a global leader in aviation analytics. SkyTeam members dominate the global rankings, with Aeromexico taking the top spot, followed by Saudia and Delta Air Lines in second and third places.

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