Delta Records $1.8 Billion Profit in June Quarter

Delta Air Lines today reported financial results for the June quarter and provided its outlook for the September quarter and full year 2025. 

In the June quarter, Delta delivered record revenue on a 13% operating margin, generating $1.8 billion in pre-tax profit and leading network peers across key operational metrics.

"This strong performance is a direct reflection of the outstanding contributions of our people, who continue to set the bar for industry performance," said Delta CEO Ed Bastian. 

Bastian continued, “As we look to the second half of our centennial year, we remain focused on executing our strategic priorities and managing the levers within our control to deliver strong earnings and cash flow. 

Reflecting our confidence in the business, we are restoring financial guidance with an expectation for earnings per share of $5.25 to $6.25 and free cash flow of $3 to $4 billion, consistent with our long-term free cash flow targets.”

June Quarter 2025 GAAP Financial Results

• Operating revenue of $16.6 billion

• Operating income of $2.1 billion with an operating margin of 12.6%

• Pre-tax income of $2.6 billion with a pre-tax margin of 15.5%

• Earnings per share of $3.27

• Operating cash flow of $1.9 billion

• Payments on debt and finance lease obligations of $2.9 billion

• Total debt and finance lease obligations of $15.1 billion at quarter end