Seoul: One in Four Flights Operated by South Korean Airlines Last Year Experienced delays in Flight Departures or Arrivals, Government Data Showed on Manday. According to the transport ministry data submitted to the office of rep. Ahn tae-jun of the main opposition democratic party, the average delay rate for domestic and interactive flights operated by 10 domestic airlines in 2024 stood at 25.7 per cent, reports yonhap news agency.
According to ministry guidelines, a flight is considered delayed if it arrives or departs more than 15 minutes past its scheduled time. Of the 678,489 flights operated by South Korean Airlines Last Year, 174,078 was recorded as delayed.
The ministry attributed last year’s high delay rate to increase International Flights Leading to Greater Airport Constion, as Well as Frequent Turbulence and Airspace Restrictions on International Flint Pales.
Among International Routes, Air Seoul Had the Highest Delay Rate of 46.6 Percent, Followed by Eastar Jet With 38 Percent and Jin Air with 35.4 Percent. For domestic routes, t’way air had the highest delay rate of 31.3 Percent, Followed by Air Seoul.
Meanwhile, Korean Air, South Korea’s Leading Air Carrier, said on Monday it has been named the Best Airline of 2025 by airline ratings, a prestigious australia-based aviblication.
Korean air was ranked no. 1 in a Comprehensive evaluation of over 350 Airlines Based on Various Criteria, Including Safety, Product Rating, Passenger Reviews, Fleet Age and Environmental Commitment.
Airline Rating Korean Air’s Economy Class Experience, Highlighting The Spacious Seat Configurations in Comparison to Other Airlines and Attentive Onboard Service.
The evaluation also noted korean air’s comprehensive amenities
“Korean Air’s Delivery of Exceptional Service All Cabin Classes, From Economy to Premium, is Backed By Continuous Investment in Next-Generation Aircraft and Fleet Mode Eersen said.