The total return for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) stock is +72.02% over the past 12 months vs. +24.28% for the S&P 500. So far it's up +20.32% this year. Includes price appreciation + reinvested dividends.
Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) Compound Annual Growth Rates (CAGR) Summary
| Category | 1Y (TTM) | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price CAGR | +69.99% | +27.36% | +12.30% | +7.04% | +15.78% | - |
| Total Return CAGR | +72.02% | +28.76% | +13.04% | +8.36% | +16.95% | - |
| Revenue CAGR | +5.24% | +6.48% | +38.80% | +4.86% | +4.72% | +7.14% |
| Net Income CAGR | +22.32% | +33.15% | +4.18% | (0.54%) | +15.27% | +7.46% |
| EPS CAGR | +43.26% | +55.06% | +0.89% | +3.12% | +17.24% | +0.58% |
| Free Cash Flow CAGR | +38.81% | +47.23% | +115.85% | (0.38%) | +7.64% | +20.51% |
| Operating Cash Flow CAGR | +5.02% | +7.13% | +17.75% | +1.41% | +7.98% | +13.14% |
| Dividends CAGR | +35.03% | +10.90% | +10.90% | +4.14% | - | - |
CAGR Trends History
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DAL Total Return CAGR Chart
Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)
Annual Total Returns Comparison
| Year | Start Value | End Value | DAL Return | SPY Return | Outperformance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026(YTD) | 352.34 | 423.92 | +20.32% | +9.08% | +11.24% |
| 2025 | 303.50 | 352.34 | +16.09% | +17.72% | (1.63%) |
| 2024 | 199.66 | 303.50 | +52.01% | +24.89% | +27.12% |
| 2023 | 162.29 | 199.66 | +23.03% | +26.19% | (3.16%) |
| 2022 | 193.00 | 162.29 | (15.92%) | (18.17%) | +2.25% |
| 2021 | 198.59 | 193.00 | (2.81%) | +28.74% | (31.55%) |
| 2020 | 286.84 | 198.59 | (30.77%) | +18.37% | (49.14%) |
| 2019 | 238.25 | 286.84 | +20.39% | +31.22% | (10.83%) |
| 2018 | 260.86 | 238.25 | (8.67%) | (4.56%) | (4.11%) |
| 2017 | 224.47 | 260.86 | +16.21% | +21.70% | (5.49%) |
About Delta Air Lines, Inc.
Delta Air Lines, Inc. operates scheduled air transport services for both passengers and freight, serving destinations across the United States and internationally. Its operations are structured into two main segments: its core airline business and a refinery division. Domestically, its network is anchored by primary hubs in Atlanta, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Detroit, and Salt Lake City, further supported by coastal gateways such as Boston, Los Angeles, New York (LaGuardia and JFK), and Seattle. Globally, it maintains a significant presence through key international hubs and operational centers in cities like Amsterdam, Mexico City, London-Heathrow, Paris-Charles de Gaulle, and Seoul-Incheon. Tickets are distributed through multiple channels, including its official website (delta.com), the Fly Delta mobile app, direct reservations, online travel agencies, traditional brick-and-mortar agencies, and other distribution partners. Beyond flight services, the company offers aircraft maintenance, engineering support, repair, and overhaul capabilities. It also arranges vacation packages for external clients, along with aircraft charter services, management, and associated programs. The airline operates a vast fleet of roughly 1,200 aircraft. Established in 1924, Delta Air Lines, Inc. is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Airlines, Airports & Air Services
- CEO
- Edward H. Bastian