Why Sarat Sethi Thinks Delta Offers The Best Value Of All The Airline Stocks

Delta Air Lines Inc DAL is the best value play of all the airlines, Douglas C. Lane & Associates' Sarat Sethi said Tuesday on CNBC's "Squawk Box."

Management Advantage: Delta's biggest advantage is its exceptional management team, Sethi said. Airline stocks are already pricing in a comeback, he said, adding that for the next leg up, Delta's management will be the differentiator. 

International Travel: Leisure travel is coming back, but the highest-margin business for the airlines is international travel, Sethi told CNBC. Delta is well-positioned to capitalize on the international travel recovery with its fleet and route set, he noted. 

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Price Action: Delta has traded as high as $52.28 and as low as $24.38 over a 52-week period. 

At last check Tuesday morning, the stock was up. 0.15% at $43.19.