GACA Reports On Airport And Airline Timeliness For March 2025 With Key Performance Insights

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has published its monthly report detailing the punctuality of airports and national carriers for March 2025. This report evaluates flights based on their departure or arrival within 15 minutes of the scheduled time, offering travellers a clear view of how well airlines and airports stick to their schedules. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to improve service quality and enhance the passenger experience.

King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh emerged as the leader among international airports with over 15 million passengers annually, achieving a 93% punctuality rate. In the category for international airports handling five to 15 million passengers yearly, King Fahd International Airport in Dammam also secured first place with a similar 93% on-time performance.

Abha International Airport led the group of international airports that accommodate two to five million passengers each year, boasting a 95% punctuality rate. AlUla International Airport excelled in the category for international airports with fewer than two million passengers, achieving a remarkable 97% compliance rate. Meanwhile, King Saud bin Abdulaziz Airport in Al-Baha, Dawadmi Airport, and Turaif Airport all achieved perfect punctuality rates of 100% in the domestic airport category.

Among national airlines, Saudia stood out with a 95% on-time arrival rate and a 94% departure rate. flynas recorded a punctuality rate of 91% for both arrivals and departures. Similarly, flyadeal reported a 91% arrival rate and an impressive 94% departure rate.

The report also highlighted top-performing routes. The Riyadh–Abha flight achieved a notable 98% on-time rate among domestic routes. For international flights, the Riyadh–Amman route led with an outstanding 99% punctuality rate. These achievements align with the National Aviation Strategy's goals to bolster Saudi Arabia’s status as a leading regional hub by enhancing operational standards and service quality.

This comprehensive evaluation categorised airports into five groups based on passenger volume. It aims to provide transparency regarding airport performance while supporting broader efforts to elevate aviation standards across the Kingdom.

With inputs from SPA