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Punctuality has become a crucial factor for airlines as passengers prioritize reliability alongside affordability. According to data from Cirium, Iberia Express has been ranked as the most punctual low-cost airline in the world, achieving an 84.69% on-time departure rate.
Leading Low-Cost Airlines in Punctuality
Following closely behind Iberia Express is Brazil’s Gol Transportes Aereos, which recorded an 84.09% punctuality rate. Another Brazilian airline, Azul Brazilian Airlines, secured third place with 82.42%. Japan’s Peach Aviation followed with 82.32%, while Spain’s Vueling completed the top five at 81.20%.
Other airlines that ranked among the top ten for punctuality include:
- Allegiant Air (79.31%)
- Norwegian (79.23%)
- Indonesia AirAsia (78.97%)
- Southwest Airlines (77.77%)
- Thai AirAsia (77.46%)
The Growing Importance of Reliability
The rankings highlight the increasing focus on punctuality among low-cost carriers. While affordability remains a key selling point, passengers are also looking for efficiency and reliability. As competition in the budget airline sector grows, maintaining a strong on-time performance can be a key differentiator.
Airlines that consistently meet their schedules not only improve customer satisfaction but also reduce operational costs associated with delays. This trend suggests that punctuality will continue to be a major focus for budget carriers striving to offer both low fares and dependable service.
