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These Airlines Are Least Likely to Cancel Your Flights in December, According to a Study


Published on 2024-12-11 12:06:31 - Travel + Leisure
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  • December holiday travel can bring December headaches, but a new study examined which domestic carriers are least likely to cancel your flight.

The article from Travel + Leisure discusses a study by air travel intelligence company Cirium, which analyzed the performance of major U.S. airlines in terms of flight cancellations during December. According to the study, American Airlines was identified as the airline least likely to cancel flights, with a cancellation rate of just 0.7% in December. Delta Air Lines followed closely with a 0.8% cancellation rate. The article highlights that despite the challenges posed by winter weather, these airlines managed to maintain high operational reliability. It also notes that Southwest Airlines, which experienced significant disruptions the previous year, had a cancellation rate of 1.4% in December, indicating an improvement but still higher than its competitors. The piece provides insights into how airlines are adapting to ensure better service during peak travel times.

Read the Full Travel + Leisure Article at:
[ https://www.travelandleisure.com/airlines-least-likely-cancel-december-american-airlines-8759531 ]

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