Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) Return on Assets (ROA): 5.30%
Is Delta Air Lines, Inc.’s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
Delta Air Lines, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) of 5.30% is 1474% above its 5-year average of 0.34%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-17.20%–6.26%).
As of Sunday, June 14, 2026. 1.40% below its 12-month average of 5.38%.
DAL Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
DAL Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
DAL Current vs Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
DAL Return on Assets (ROA) Metrics
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)
5.30%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG TTM
5.38%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 3Y
4.71%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 5Y
0.34%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 10Y
3.51%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 15Y
4.10%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 20Y
-0.05%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-1.40%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+12.59%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+1474.26%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+50.84%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+29.21%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+10127.03%
DAL Competitors' Return on Assets (ROA)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) | $54.57B | 5.30% | 5.38% | 4.71% | 0.34% |
| Fastenal Company (FAST) | $53.46B | 24.95% | 24.70% | 24.79% | 23.73% |
| AMETEK, Inc. (AME) | $52.06B | 9.37% | 9.31% | 9.17% | 8.90% |
| L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (LHX) | $57.34B | 4.19% | 3.74% | 3.47% | 3.78% |
| Rockwell Automation, Inc. (ROK) | $51.11B | 9.67% | 8.12% | 9.29% | 10.66% |
| Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (ODFL) | $51.11B | 17.81% | 19.96% | 22.72% | 21.29% |
| Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) | $59.27B | -6.48% | -12.29% | -14.43% | -16.50% |
| PACCAR Inc (PCAR) | $62.38B | 5.68% | 7.47% | 8.82% | 7.70% |
| Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation (WAB) | $45.00B | 5.22% | 5.47% | 4.67% | 3.99% |
| Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX) | $66.10B | 17.64% | 13.48% | 11.55% | 10.21% |
Asset Efficiency
ROA
5.3%
ROE
22.0%
Delta Air Lines, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) Formula & Definition
ROA = Net Income / Total Assets
Return on assets measures how efficiently a company generates profit from its total assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Delta Air Lines, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) FAQ
- What is the return on assets (ROA) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The return on assets (ROA) for DAL stock is 5.30%.
- Is Delta Air Lines, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
- Delta Air Lines, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) of 5.30% is 1474% above its 5-year average of 0.34%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-17.20%–6.26%).
- What is the TTM average return on assets (ROA) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The TTM average return on assets (ROA) for DAL stock is 5.38%.
- What is the 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for DAL stock is 4.71%.
- What is the 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for DAL stock is 0.34%.
- What is the 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for DAL stock is 3.51%.
- What is the 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for DAL stock is 4.10%.
- What is the 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for DAL stock is -0.05%.
Delta Air Lines, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) History
| DATE | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 6.16% |
| 2024-12-31 | 4.59% |
| 2023-12-31 | 6.26% |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.82% |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.39% |
| 2020-12-31 | -17.20% |
| 2019-12-31 | 7.39% |
| 2018-12-31 | 6.53% |
| 2017-12-31 | 6.01% |
| 2016-12-31 | 8.18% |
| 2015-12-31 | 8.52% |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.22% |
| 2013-12-31 | 20.17% |
| 2012-12-31 | 2.26% |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.96% |
| 2010-12-31 | 1.37% |
| 2009-12-31 | -2.84% |
| 2008-12-31 | -19.82% |
| 2007-12-31 | 6.58% |
| 2006-12-31 | -31.61% |
| 2005-12-31 | -19.05% |
| 2004-12-31 | -23.84% |
| 2003-12-31 | -2.93% |
| 2002-12-31 | -5.15% |
| 2001-12-31 | -5.15% |
| 2000-12-31 | 3.78% |
| 2000-06-30 | 6.08% |
| 1998-06-30 | 7.54% |
| 1997-06-30 | 7.86% |
| 1996-06-30 | 6.99% |
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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