Ryanair is keen to let you know if you've arrived at your destination before the expected arrival time, and you are likely to hear this sound on a Ryanair flight. The airline operated 837,703 flights in 2019, with 92% arriving on time. In 2021, 96% of the airline's 339,858 flights arrived on time.

No airline is "always" on time, but Ryanair is statistically one of the most punctual carriers in Europe, often leading the industry in "On-Time Performance" (OTP). In 2026, the airline continues to prioritize a 25-minute "turnaround" time at the gate, which is the backbone of its scheduling efficiency. Historically, Ryanair regularly hits an OTP of over 85-90%, meaning the vast majority of its flights arrive within 15 minutes of the scheduled time. This reliability is achieved by using secondary airports that are less congested and by enforcing strict boarding procedures that penalize late arrivals at the gate. However, like any carrier, they are subject to delays beyond their control, such as air traffic control (ATC) strikes in France, adverse weather conditions, or technical maintenance issues. While they are famous for their "on-time jingle" played upon landing, savvy travelers still allow for a buffer, as a single delay early in the morning can create a "knock-on" effect that impacts the aircraft's entire flight schedule for the remainder of the day.