Delta Air Lines announces March quarter 2025 financial results

Delta Air Lines reported financial results for the March quarter and provided its outlook for the June quarter. “While the first quarter unfolded differently than initially expected, we delivered solid profitability that was flat to prior year and is expected to lead the industry,” said Delta CEO Ed Bastian. “I would like to thank our people for their outstanding performance and hard work during the quarter.”

“With broad economic uncertainty around global trade, growth has largely stalled. In this slower-growth environment, we are protecting margins and cash flow by focusing on what we can control. This includes reducing planned capacity growth in the second half of the year to flat over last year while actively managing costs and capital expenditures.”

“We expect June quarter profitability of $1.5 to $2 billion. Given the lack of economic clarity, it is premature at this time to provide an updated full-year outlook. Given our position of strength, our bias toward action and the decline in fuel prices, Delta remains well positioned to deliver solid profitability and free cash flow for the year. I expect that our financial results will continue to lead the industry and validate our strategy to create differentiation and greater financial durability.”

March Quarter 2025 GAAP Financial Results

• Operating revenue of $14.0 billion
• Operating income of $569 million with an operating margin of 4.0 percent
• Pre-tax income of $320 million with a pre-tax margin of2.3 percent
• Earnings per share of $0.37
• Operating cash flow of $2.4 billion
• Payments on debt and finance lease obligations of $531 million
• Total debt and finance lease obligations of $15.8 billion at quarter end