Delta named Best US Airline by Forbes Travel Guide for the second consecutive year

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The airline takes home five Forbes 2025 Verified Travel Awards – more than any other carrier – as it adds to its Centennial year accolades.

Delta Air Lines has been named Best U.S. Airline for 2025 in Forbes Travel Guide’s second annual Verified Air Travel Awards, marking the second consecutive year the carrier has earned the top honor.

The winners were selected through an invitation-only survey of more than 9,000 seasoned travel professionals, including luxury travel advisors, FTG’s incognito inspectors, and its training teams – some of the most frequent fliers in the industry.

This recognition comes in a year of continued achievement for Delta: The Points Guy named the airline Best U.S. Airline for the seventh consecutive year, The Wall Street Journal ranked it Top U.S. Airline for the fourth straight year, and aviation analytics firm Cirium recognized Delta as North America’s most on-time airline.

“We’re honored Forbes Travel Guide recognized us for the second year in a row, especially as we celebrate our centennial,” said Erik Snell, E.V.P. and Chief Customer Experience Officer. “It’s a true credit to the Delta people who take pride in what they do every day. Innovation and design shape the customer experience, but it’s our people whose care and dedication set Delta apart.”

Five Awards in Total – More Than Any Other Airline

In addition to the top title, Delta earned four more Forbes 2025 Verified Travel Awards, marking consecutive wins across several categories:

· Best U.S. First Class | Delta A321neo First Class – Modern cabin design featuring increased privacy, workspace, and storage for a more comfortable premium experience.

· Best U.S. Business Class | Delta One – Spacious lie-flat seats, access to Delta One Lounges and Sky Priority services, and a consistently refined in-flight offering.

· Best U.S. Airline Lounge | Delta One Lounge, JFK Airport – The flagship lounge at New York’s JFK Airport sets a new benchmark for premium travelers, offering expansive space and curated experiences.

· Best Airline App | Fly Delta App – With its latest 7.5 update, the app connects every stage of the journey through real-time, intuitive features designed to simplify travel and reduce stress.

LaGuardia Airport also recognized

Forbes Travel Guide also named New York’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA) the Best U.S. Airport for the second year running. Delta, the airport’s largest carrier with more than 220 daily departures, continues to enhance its presence through the now-completed $4 billion transformation of Terminal C, developed in partnership with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.

“Being named the nation’s best airport by Forbes Travel Guide for the second year in a row is an incredible honor and a testament to the lasting impression LaGuardia has made in its transformation into a world-class gateway,” said Ryan Marzullo, Delta’s Managing Director of New York Corporate Real Estate. “Delta is proud of our continued partnership with the Port Authority and LaGuardia Gateway Partners to deliver a terminal that reflects our shared commitment to providing a premium travel experience for New Yorkers, New Jerseyans and visitors alike.”

With these latest honors, Delta underscores its position as a leader in service, innovation, and operational excellence—a fitting milestone in its 100th anniversary year.