SAS has been named Europe's most punctual airline in Cirium's On-Time Performance report for July 2026, achieving an on-time arrival rate of 84.32 percent.
The result comes during the peak summer season, one of the busiest and most operationally demanding periods of the year for aviation, highlighting SAS' continued focus on delivering a reliable travel experience.
"July puts every part of an airline's operation to the test, with high passenger volumes, congested airports and very little margin for disruption. Being named Europe's most punctual airline during this period is something we're incredibly proud of. It reflects the dedication, professionalism, and teamwork of the thousands of colleagues across SAS who work every day to keep our operation moving and our customers on their way – even when the operational environment is challenging. As we celebrate our 80th anniversary this year, this recognition reflects the values that have guided SAS for eight decades - connecting people through reliable, dependable travel," says Anko van der Werff, President & CEO of SAS.
The July result continues a strong operational performance for SAS. Earlier this year, the airline ranked as the world's most punctual airline in both March and April.
Over the past two years, SAS has achieved seven number-one rankings in Europe and four number-one rankings globally, demonstrating the consistency of its operational performance.
Cirium's On-Time Performance rankings are among the aviation industry's most widely recognized benchmarks for operational reliability, measuring the percentage of flights arriving within 15 minutes of their scheduled arrival time.
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SAS, Scandinavia's leading airline since 1946, operates a global hub at Copenhagen Airport (CPH), complemented by hubs in Oslo (OSL) and Stockholm (ARN).
Our mission is to connect Scandinavia with the world and the world with Scandinavia. Each year, SAS serves more than 25 million passengers and transports 55,000 tons of cargo to 135 destinations across Europe, the USA, and Asia. With a relentless focus on operational excellence, SAS ranks as one of the most punctual airlines in Europe and the world. Together with a passionate workforce of over 10,000 colleagues, we collaborate with partners and customers to drive transformative changes in aviation. We are committed to significantly reduce CO₂ emissions from our flight operations in line with international aviation climate frameworks, embodying the visionary spirit of our founders: “To move from the old to what is about to come, is the only tradition worth keeping.”
SAS joined SkyTeam in September 2024, and together with our partner airlines, we offer a wide network worldwide.
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