With an On-Time Performance (OTP) of 94.21% and a cancellation rate of 0.71%, Saf Air was the most punctual airlines for January 2025. In North America however, the distinction of the most punctual airlines went to Hawaiian Airlines, which had a cancellation rate of 1.74%. But which have been the most punctual airports in North America for January 2025? Let’s find out.
[ Note: The rankings were based on the data from OAG, a global air traffic data provider. The data was available when the writer last checked the website on 15th February.]
10.Daniel K. Inouye International Airport

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Airport Code | HNL |
Airport Region | Honolulu: Hawaii |
On-Time Performance | 85.55% |

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Cancelled Flights | 1.41% |
Total departure | 6882 |

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Lets see some of the airlines which provides services in HNL Airport:
Airlines | Airlines code |
Air Canada | Ac |
Air New Zealand | NZ |
Alaska Airlines | AS |

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Let’s see some of the features of the HNL Airport:
Features | Details |
Reef Runway | First offshore runway in the world, built in 1977 (3,658m) |
Largest Airport in Hawaii | Major gateway to the Pacific and Asia |
John Rodgers Terminal | Main international terminal with 29 wide-body gates |
Explosive Detection System | Advanced TSA security with 16 in-line EDS machines |
9. Palm Springs International Airport

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Airport code | PSP |
Airport Region | California :United States |
on-Time performance | 85.73% |

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Cancelled Flights | 0.52% |
Total Departure | 1725 |

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Let’s take a look at some of the airlines that provides services in PSP Airport:
Airlines | Airlines code |
United Airlines | UA |
American Airlines | AA |
Delta Airlines | DL |

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Let’s see some unique features of the PSP Airport:
Features | Details |
Open-Air Courtyard | Only airport where passengers can relax in an outdoor courtyard after security |
Outdoor Seating & Play Areas | Includes seating, a playground, and a pet relief area |
Sonny Bono Concourse | Features an outdoor escalator and walkway with a designer roofline |
8.Oakland International Airport

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Airport code | OAK |
Airport Region | San Francisco Bay Area : Northern California |
On-Time performance | 86.24% |

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Cancelled Flights | 0.76% |
Total Departure | 3436 |

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Let’s have a look on some airlines which operates on the OAK Airport:
Airlines | Airlines code |
Spirit Airlines | NK |
Aero Mexico | AM |
British Airways | BA |

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Let’s have a look at some unique features of OAK Airport:
Features | Details |
Third Terminal Potential | A 40-acre site available for a future third terminal |
Terminal Expansion | Upgrades to Terminals 1 & 2 to handle 16 million passengers annually by 2008 |
Parking Expansion | A new 6,000-space, seven-story parking structure |
7. Albuquerque International Sun port Airport

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Airport code | ABQ |
Airport Region | Sun port Boulevard SE, Albuquerque: United States |
on-Time performance | 86.31% |
Cancelled Flights | 1.52% |
Total Departure | 2044 |

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There are some airlines operating at ABQ airport:
Airlines | Airlines code |
Southwest Airlines | WN |
American Airlines | AA |
Spirit Airlines | NK |

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Every airport has its own unique features, let’s take a look at what makes ABQ stand out:
Features | Details |
Runways | RWY 08/26 (13,793 ft.), RWY 03/21 (10,000 ft.), RWY 12/30 (6,000 ft.) |
Southwestern Architecture & Art | Distinctive design, large art collection, rotating exhibits showcasing New Mexico’s culture |
Shared Facilities | Runways shared with Kirtland Air Force Base |
6. Sacramento International Airport

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Airport code | SMF |
Airport Region | Sacramento: California |
on-Time performance | 86.65% |

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Cancelled Flights | 0.95% |
Total Departure | 4436 |

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Lets see who are the airlines operators that provides services in the SMF Airport:
Airlines | Airlines code |
Frontier Airlines | F9 |
Volaries | Y4 |
Boutique Air |
Like every airport, SMF Airport has also its own unique features let’s see what they are:
Features | Details |
Hidden Sculpture | A signed copy of Argent’s “I See What You Mean” blue bear sculpture is buried under the granite suitcase in Terminal B. |
Tech-Friendly Airport | Offers free WIFI, numerous electrical/USB outlets, laptop bars in both terminals, and pod seating with personal outlets at every chair in Terminal B. Ranked #5 most tech-friendly airport by pc World. |
Award-Winning Concessions | Recognized for Best Airport Concessions Program Design (2012) and Best Customer Service (2011) for medium airports by Airport Revenue News. |
5. Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field)

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Airport code | BOI |
Airport Region | Boise, Idaho: United States of America |
on-Time performance | 86.75% |

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Cancelled Flights | 0.61% |
Total Departure | 2300 |

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Lets see some of the Airline operators that provides services in the BOI Airport :
Airlines | Airlines code |
Morris Air | KN |
Mountain West Airlines | FX |
Wien Air Alaska | WE |

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Lets see some of the Unique features of BOI Airport :
Features | Details |
Single Terminal with Two Concourses | Despite its medium size, BOI efficiently manages passenger traffic with a streamlined layout featuring Concourse B and Concourse C. |
Close Proximity to Downtown Boise | Located just south of downtown, making it easy for travelers to access Boise’s attractions. |
Accessibility Services | Provides wheelchair assistance, accessible restrooms, and designated parking spaces for passengers with special needs. |
4.Portland International Airport

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Airport code | PDX |
Airport Region | Portland : United States of America |
on-Time performance | 86.83% |
Cancelled Flights | 0.82% |
Total Departure | 5753 |

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Lets see about the Airline operators that provides services in the PDX Airport :
Airlines | Airlines code |
Iceland Air | FI |
Sun Country Airlines | SY |
Sea port Airlines | K5 |

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Lets see some of the Unique features of PDX Airport :
Features | Details |
Hollywood Theater Inside Airport | Offers a free screening room showing short films by local filmmakers. |
Compact & Efficient Design | Small, rarely overcrowded, with direct international flights to London, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, and Iceland. |
Famous PDX Carpet | The iconic blue-green carpet is a cultural phenomenon, inspiring merchandise, tattoos, and social media trends. |
3.Tucson International Airport

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Airport code | TUS |
Airport Region | Tucson Arizona, united states |
on-Time performance | 87.09% |

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Cancelled Flights | 1.59% |
Total Departure | 1885 |

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Let’s see some of the Airlines which operate in TUS Airport:
Airlines | Airlines code |
SkyWest Airlines | OO |
Delta Airlines | DL |
Alaska Airlines | AS |

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Lets see some of the Unique Features of TUS Airport :
Features | Details |
Owned by City, Operated by Non-Profit | The City of Tucson owns the land, leased to Tucson Airport Authority (TAA) until 2098. |
Tucson Airport Art Gallery | Features over 100 artworks, with exhibitions running since 1987. |
Large Airport Size | Covers 8,282 acres, making it one of the largest commercial airports in the U.S. |
2. Spokane International Airport

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Airport code | GEG |
Airport Region | Spokane , Washington : United States of America |
on-Time performance | 87.77% |

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Cancelled Flights | 0.37% |
Total Departure | 1619 |

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Let’s analyze some of the Airlines providing its services at the Spokane International Airport
Airlines | Airlines code |
Lufthansa Airlines | LH |
Aero Mexico | AM |
British Airways | BA |

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Let’s see some of the unique features of GEG Airport:
Features | Details |
Historical Aviation Significance | Originated as Geiger Field in 1948 and has played a role in Cold War air defense, aerial refueling, and firefighting. |
Serves 17 Non-Stop Destinations | Includes major hubs like Seattle, Denver, Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, and Minneapolis. |
Largest Carrier at Spokane | Southwest Airlines leads with 24.44% passenger share, followed by Alaska Air Group at 31.05%. |
1. San Jose Mineta International Airport

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Airport code | SJC |
Airport Region | San Jose : United States |
On-Time performance | 88.73% |

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Cancelled Flights | 0.95% |
Total Departure | 3986 |

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Let’s see some of the airlines which operates in SJC Airport:
Airlines | Airlines code |
Air China | CA |
Frontier Airlines | F9 |
Hainan Airlines | HU |

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Some of the unique features that are available in SJC Airport are:
Features | Details |
Facilities & Services | Accessible restrooms, parking, elevators, wheelchair assistance, and an Accessibility Services Desk. |
Visual & Auditory Aids | Braille signage, TTY devices, and trained customer support for assistance. |
Transportation & Support | Accessible shuttles, taxis, rental cars, Sky Cap assistance, and pet relief areas. |