Airlines Industry Overview
The Airlines industry, part of the Industrials sector, includes 20 publicly traded companies with a combined market capitalization of $201.43B. The industry is led by Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL), United Airlines Holdings, Inc. (UAL), Ryanair Holdings plc (RYAAY).
Among the 20 listed Airlines companies, market capitalizations range from $52.16B (Delta Air Lines, Inc.) down to $15.30B (LATAM Airlines Group S.A.), highlighting the wide size disparity across the industry. The average market cap across the industry is $10.07B, reflecting a mix of established large-cap players and smaller growth-oriented companies.
Airlines Industry Valuation
The Airlines industry currently trades at an average price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 21.6. This moderate valuation reflects reasonable investor expectations for the sector's earnings growth.
Airlines Dividend Profile
6 out of 20 Airlines companies (30%) currently pay dividends to shareholders. The average dividend yield across dividend-paying Airlines stocks is 2.41%. Investors seeking income can find dividend-paying options within the industry alongside higher-growth non-dividend stocks.
Largest Airlines Companies by Market Cap
| Company | Ticker | Market Cap | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines, Inc. | DAL | $52.16B | 11.6 |
| United Airlines Holdings, Inc. | UAL | $34.38B | 9.5 |
| Ryanair Holdings plc | RYAAY | $31.36B | 12.7 |
| Southwest Airlines Co. | LUV | $20.67B | 28.2 |
| LATAM Airlines Group S.A. | LTM | $15.30B | 9.0 |
The table above shows the top 5 Airlines companies ranked by market capitalization. P/E ratios reflect trailing twelve months earnings where available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the largest Airlines company? The largest Airlines company by market capitalization is Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL), valued at $52.16B. Use the full listing below to explore all Airlines companies and compare their financials.
How many Airlines stocks are there? There are 20 publicly traded Airlines companies listed on major US exchanges, ranging from Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) to LATAM Airlines Group S.A. (LTM) by market capitalization. This directory spans 1 pages, with all companies sorted by market cap for easy comparison.
How many Airlines stocks pay dividends? 6 of the 20 Airlines companies (30%) currently distribute dividends. The average yield among payers is 2.41%. Dividend policies vary significantly across Airlines companies — browse individual stock pages for the latest yield and payout details.
What is the average P/E ratio for Airlines stocks? The average trailing P/E ratio for the Airlines industry is 21.6x. Individual company valuations can vary widely — click through to any stock page for detailed valuation metrics.
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StockVS provides detailed fundamental data, historical price charts, and side-by-side comparisons for all 20 Airlines companies. Browse individual stock pages for in-depth analysis, or use our comparison tool to evaluate two Airlines stocks head to head. All data is updated regularly to reflect the latest available financials.