Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) Free Cash Flow (FCF): $3.92B
The free cash flow (FCF) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) is $3.92B. It is above its 12-month average by 16.53% ($3.36B).
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DAL Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
$3.92B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM
$3.36B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y
$1.97B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y
$365.17M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y
$1.60B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y
$1.61B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y
$1.10B
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+16.53%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+99.31%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+973.48%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+145.13%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+143.07%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+257.73%
FCF Analysis
Free Cash Flow (TTM)
$3.92B
FCF Yield
7.24%
Price/FCF
13.8
Formula: FCF = Operating Cash Flow - Capital Expenditures
Why FCF matters:
- Shows actual cash available (not accounting earnings)
- Funds dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction
- Less susceptible to accounting manipulation than net income
- Key metric for DCF valuation models
Delta Air Lines, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) Formula & Definition
Free Cash Flow represents the cash a company generates after accounting for capital expenditures. It's the cash available for dividends, buybacks, debt reduction, or reinvestment.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Delta Air Lines, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ
- What is the free cash flow (FCF) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The free cash flow (FCF) for DAL stock is $3.92B.
- What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for DAL stock is $3.36B.
- What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for DAL stock is $1.97B.
- What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for DAL stock is $365.17M.
- What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for DAL stock is $1.60B.
- What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for DAL stock is $1.61B.
- What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)?
- The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for DAL stock is $1.10B.
Delta Air Lines, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) History
| DATE | FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | $3.84B |
| 2024-12-31 | $2.88B |
| 2023-12-31 | $1.14B |
| 2022-12-31 | $-2.00M |
| 2021-12-31 | $16.00M |
| 2020-12-31 | $-5.69B |
| 2019-12-31 | $3.50B |
| 2018-12-31 | $1.85B |
| 2017-12-31 | $1.26B |
| 2016-12-31 | $3.81B |
| 2015-12-31 | $4.98B |
| 2014-12-31 | $2.70B |
| 2013-12-31 | $1.94B |
| 2012-12-31 | $508.00M |
| 2011-12-31 | $1.58B |
| 2010-12-31 | $1.49B |
| 2009-12-31 | $177.00M |
| 2008-12-31 | $-3.23B |
| 2007-12-31 | $320.00M |
| 2006-12-31 | $580.00M |
| 2005-12-31 | $-639.00M |
| 2004-12-31 | $-1.88B |
| 2003-12-31 | $-291.00M |
| 2002-12-31 | $-1.00B |
| 2001-12-31 | $-2.56B |
| 2000-12-31 | $-1.16B |
| 2000-06-30 | $110.00M |
| 1998-06-30 | $625.00M |
| 1997-06-30 | $91.00M |
| 1996-06-30 | $455.00M |
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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