IATA Slot Conference (159th)
17 to 19 November 2026
HUNGEXPO Congress Centre, Budapest, Hungary
Photo: Pierre Blaché, CC0
- Dates
- 17 to 19 November 2026
- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Visitors
- 1,300
- Exhibitors
- 90
- Organised by
- IATA
- 1,300
- Visitors
- 90
- Exhibitors
- 3 days
- Duration
- Budapest
- Hungary
About the event
The IATA Slot Conference is a twice-yearly business meeting where airlines and airport coordinators agree on slots at capacity-constrained airports for the coming season. It has been held since 1948, rotates between locations worldwide, and follows the Worldwide Airport Slot Guidelines.
The 159th conference takes place from 17 to 19 November 2026 at the HUNGEXPO Budapest Congress and Exhibition Center in Budapest, Hungary. Attendance is for delegates accredited through IATA's Online Accreditation System.
- Over 1,300 delegates, according to IATA
- Representatives of over 300 capacity-constrained airports and more than 250 airlines
- More than 90 sponsors and exhibitors
- Held twice a year since 1948
Figures as published by the organiser.
Who attends
Airline schedulers and airport slot coordinators.
- Industry
- Airlines and operators
- Suppliers
- Regulators
- Research
- Media
Exhibiting and sponsorship
Stands, sponsorship packages and exhibitor information come from the organiser. Contact them directly to book.
Visitor information
What you need to plan a visit to IATA Slot Conference (159th).
Opening hours17 to 19 November 2026
17 to 19 November 2026. Daily hours on the official website.Registration and ticketsRegistration is through the official website.
Registration is through the official website.Register
Official visitor information. For the latest details, check the organiser’s website.
Visit official websiteLocation
HUNGEXPO Congress Centre, Budapest, Hungary
HUNGEXPO Congress Centre
HUNGEXPO Budapest Congress and Exhibition Center, Albertirsai ut 10, 1101 Budapest, Hungary
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From BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, about 15 km from the venue.Flying privately
Charter operators in Hungary can fly you in. Request quotes from several at once.Get charter quotes
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