flyadeal, the Saudia Group’s fast-growing low fare carrier, has been ranked the most on-time airline in the Middle East for May 2026 and the second most on-time airline across the Middle East & Africa region. This is according to the latest On-Time Performance (OTP) Report published by Cirium, a respected aviation analytics company.
Cirium recorded flyadeal achieving 93.37% on-time arrival rate and a 95.61% on-time departure rate during May. This placed flyadeal on top of all airlines operating in the Middle East, while ranking second overall across the Middle East & Africa. This reinforces flyadeal’s reputation for consistent hassle-free on-time service.
The results are based on 5,449 flights operated by flyadeal during May 2026 and reflect the airline’s continued commitment to delivering a dependable travel experience for its growing number of passengers.
“Being recognised by Cirium as the most on time airline in the Middle East is a tremendous achievement for flyadeal and a testament to the dedication of our people. Punctuality is the result of continuously coordinated decisions made every day across our operations. From flight planning and operational control to aircraft maintenance, airport handling and crew scheduling, every team plays a critical role in ensuring our flights depart and arrive on time. Achieving these results during one of the busiest operational periods of the year, coinciding with the 1447H Hajj season, the arrival of pilgrims from several countries, and the operation of additional flights during the Eid Al-Adha holiday, reflects flyadeal’s operational efficiency and its ability to maintain on-time performance while continuing to offer competitive fares to passengers.”
Captain Abdulaziz Bahri, Chief Operating Officer, flyadeal
The airline’s investments in technology, operational planning, and performance management continue to strengthen flyadeal’s ability to maintain high levels of reliability as the airline expands domestically and internationally.
For passengers, the Cirium recognition provides further assurance that flyadeal remains focused on providing dependable, on-time travel. Strong operational performance not only reduces disruption but also enhances the overall customer experience, helping passengers reach their destinations with greater confidence and convenience.
The achievement comes amid continued growth for flyadeal as it supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives by increasing connectivity, stimulating tourism and providing greater travel choices across the Kingdom and beyond.
