BudgetAir.com Reviews 28,941

TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.5

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Review summary

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Looking at 1,191 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Many customers found the customer service to be extremely poor, describing it as an iron wall and impossible to reach a real person, often encountering unhelpful chatbots and unanswered emails. People frequently reported difficulties with refunds, with processes being long, confusing, and often resulting in partial or no refunds, even after promises were made. The service itself was often criticized for not providing assistance when issues arose, with some feeling that the company did not stand behind its offerings. Conversely, a small portion of people felt that the booking process was easy, straightforward, and smooth, with clear communication and competitive fares. Some customers also noted that they found good prices and budget-friendly tickets, with no hidden or extra charges during the booking.

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Booking process

Customers consistently note ambiguous experiences with the booking process; some reviewers found it smooth,... See more

Price

People report ambiguous experiences with price, with some finding good deals and clear pricing. However, many... See more

Customer service

Clients share negative opinions on customer service, with many describing it as poor, unhelpful, and even one... See more

Service

Customers consistently express extreme disappointment with the service, with many finding it unacceptable and... See more

Refund

Consumers express significant dissatisfaction with the refund process, often citing issues with delayed or... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I would have given one star but I will say they offered the cheapest flight besides that they are only a company to deal with when there are no problems. During the Middle East conflict they were no... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Dear Budgetair Customer Support Team, I am writing to you with great concern regarding my booking reference BAE-7723522. On 18th April 2026, I submitted a name correction request for the ab... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Honestly I waited weeks to get hold of them. Since the troubles in the Middle East I've been desperately trying to get information as the our flight to Bangladesh is going via Dubai. My colleague is... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

When my flight was cancelled by the airline, budget air were inept at arranging alternative flights, suggesting routes in business class I wasn't eligible for, and suggesting connecting flights leavin... See more


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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Carry-on add-on dropped from order without notice

I selected the Carry-on add-on on a previous page, and it was randomly dropped from the final bill when I went to pay it. I had to go to the actual airline's website to add it back on.
I wish I had caught it before I paid for the flights but at least I caught it before the actual flight date! Because that's a big risk for someone who doesn't catch it!

June 18, 2026
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Reply from BudgetAir.com

We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We are sorry to hear about the issue with the carry-on add-on being dropped from your bill. We are looking into this to prevent it from happening again. Have a great trip and we hope to see you bag on our website to show we keep improving. Thanks and kind regards Anne

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I found out that the company through…

I found out that the company through romania is a scam. I want to cancel that part of my trip HISky Air? very scary that you would carry this company.

June 18, 2026
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Reply from BudgetAir.com

Thank you for your feedback. We do not recognize the remark on Romania and on scam. We are not a Romanian company and we are for sure not scam. We kindly ask you to check if you may have left the feedback for another company than Budgetair. Thanks and kind regards Anne

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

A frustrating experience with Budget…

A frustrating experience with Budget Air. The flights I booked were affordable, with a good airline, but when I arrived to check in I had a whole bunch of frustrations. The first was that the airline couldn't link my flights and they were worried that I would miss my flights. Due to a delay we had to sprint through the connecting airport with our bags and young children. Secondly, for one of the legs (strange it wasn't both of them), we were told we had only a personal item with carry-on, and had to pay US$240 to bring on our small carry-on bags. This was not made clear to me while booking or with my email ticket (but maybe if I'd read through pages of smallprint I would have found it). I checked the airlines website for baggage information and found I could bring a personal item and a carry on item, but it turned out Budget Air booked an Ultra Basic flight for one of the legs so this did not apply to me. I tried to add this booking to my account as it was not showing up and the platform never worked. I'm travelling the world this year with my family, and won't use Budget Air again. Kiwi I've had no problems with. I'm sure customer service will give an AI written response to this review as they gave me when I reached out through chat, but I'll still be $240 out of pocket, and I'd recommend you don't take the risk.

June 16, 2026
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Reply from BudgetAir.com

Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We are truly sorry to hear about the frustrations you experienced with your recent booking, especially regarding the linked flights and unexpected baggage fees. We recognize how challenging it must have been to navigate a connecting airport with young children under such circumstances. We are reviewing your comments to improve our booking clarity and customer support. We will reach out to you to find a proper solution. Kind regards Anne

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No free cancellation within 24 hours…

No free cancellation within 24 hours of booking. They did not indicate that policy when one booked.
Terrible

June 17, 2026
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Reply from BudgetAir.com

We appreciate you sharing your feedback. We are reviewing our policies to ensure clarity for all customers. Meanwhile we will reach out to you to see what we can do to service you. Kind regards Anne

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No help from customer service

Booked a flight using Budget Air through Porter Airlines. Everything was fine right up until I reached the flight check in desk, where I was informed that because my Budget Air booking was missing a middle name, which didn’t match my passport, I could not board the flight. They said the only way to change the name was to call Budget Air. I spoke to an agent who repeatedly insisted they were not able to help me, and that I would need to talk to the airline. When I was denied boarding, I called again, and was told they couldn’t even book me a replacement flight. Have never been treated this poorly by an airline or booking company.

UPDATE: After customer service saw this review, they proceeded to cancel my return flight as well. Since I was not entitled to a full refund on that flight, I am now out nearly $500 extra since I have to book a new return flight. Called customer support again and refused to help me at all, no discounts or anything remotely helpful, and were pretty rude on the phone as well.
AVOID this agency at all costs

June 16, 2026
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Reply from BudgetAir.com

Thank you for sharing your experience. We sincerely regret the difficulties you encountered at check-in due to the missing middle name. We understand how frustrating it must have been to be denied boarding and then face challenges in resolving the issue. We are reviewing your feedback to improve our processes and ensure better assistance for our customers in similar situations. We will also plan a call back to see how we can support . Kind regards Anne

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I purchased a refundable ticket

I purchased a refundable ticket. It was not refundable except for dire circumstances. I WANT MY MONEY BACK. I no longer need this flight. ABSOLUTELY CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR. GIVE ME MY MONEY.

June 1, 2026
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Reply from BudgetAir.com

We appreciate you sharing your concerns regarding your ticket. We understand your frustration and reviewed your feedback. We have informed you to contact the insurance that you bought together with your flights. We are not criminals, we are here to support you. We will give you a call today to explain the process. Kind regards Anne

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was quick

It was quick, simple and friendly

June 17, 2026
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Reply from BudgetAir.com

We're happy you found our service quick, simple, and friendly. We appreciate your positive feedback.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Fraudulent travel agency

Fraudulent travel agency, avoid at all cost. Lied repeatedly that they have cancelled a flight and requested refund and awaiting outcome from the airline. I have been informed by the airline directly they have not received any correspondence from budget air.

Budget air is a fraud

April 8, 2026
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Reply from BudgetAir.com

We are truly sorry to hear about your frustrating experience. We are taking your feedback seriously and are investigating this matter. For this we need your bookingnumber . We have sent a separate email asking to share your booking details so we can service you. I do want to emphasize that we are not a fraudulent company. We take care of our customers and we will also take care of you as soon as you share your booking number. Thank you and kind regards Anne

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

There isn't enough time to fill out forms online.

ShowShow the correct number of pieces of checked baggage you can have. out

June 17, 2026
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Reply from BudgetAir.com

We appreciate your feedback. We are always working to improve clarity regarding baggage allowances. We will plan a call back to answer your question. Kind regards

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bad ai

The ai was not helpful

June 17, 2026
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Reply from BudgetAir.com

We appreciate your feedback. We will plan a callback shortly to support you. Kind regards Anne

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've received my e-ticket in no time

I've received my e-ticket in no time. As soon as the transaction was made.
Company is doing a great job, thank you.

June 13, 2026
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Reply from BudgetAir.com

We're so glad you received your e-ticket quickly after your transaction. We appreciate your kind words and positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Awful service when you really need…

Awful service when you really need support
I mistakenly used the wrong dates to book a ticket. As soon as I received my email, I realized my error and reached out to BudgetAir to ask them to fix it. It was less than 10 minutes after booking. They refused. You can't talk to a human so I chatted with someone - I don't know if that someone was human. The service was awful. No help in resolving the issue even when no "ticket had been issued". I read the policy and it makes no sense. I spent almost an hour chatting. You read about how generally awful BudgetAir when it comes to resolving issues but sometimes think you need to give them a chance. Do NOT use BudgetAir to book your tickets. I have used other platforms like Expedia and never have I encountered an unwillingness to resolve a human error issue - I mean who has not booked a wrong date accidentally!

June 15, 2026
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Reply from BudgetAir.com

We appreciate you sharing your experience and feedback regarding the date change for your booking. We understand how frustrating it can be when an error occurs shortly after booking and the process to resolve it is not straightforward. We will plan a call back to explain and to re discuss the options. Kind regards Anne

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