What exactly does flight insurance cover?

Flight insurance policies cover the cost of your nonrefundable airline ticket. Depending on the insurance provider, your flight insurance might also cover situations such as flight delays or concierge services if you must rearrange your flights at the last minute.



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In general, this type of policy covers flight delay, trip cancellation or trip interruption, and lost, damaged, or stolen luggage up to the plan limit. It also covers you if you're not able to fly due to a documented medical reason on the date of your trip.

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Though you can buy travel insurance before you book your flight, it's actually better to wait until after you reserve your seat on the plane. This way, you'll know your ticket price and can make sure your travel insurance will cover the full cost of the ticket, in case you need to file a claim later.

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On average, travelers should expect to pay 6.87% of their total trip cost for travel insurance. The minimum you might expect to pay is 4.15%, but it can go as high as 15.8%.

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You generally can't receive a refund on a missed flight. Depending on the circumstances of your situation and the terms of your fare, you may receive partial credit or free rebooking, but the only way you're likely to get a full refund is if the airline cancels your flight.

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If airlines cancel a flight for any reason, passengers are legally entitled to a full refund, including for ticket price, taxes, baggage fees, extra charges and ancillary fees. Travelers must receive that refund within seven business days if they paid by credit card, and within 20 days if by cash or check.

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The nearest US embassy or consulate can help travelers locate medical services and notify your friends, family, or employer of an emergency. They are available for emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, overseas and in Washington, DC (888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444).

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Cancelling a holiday due to illness You might be able to get a partial refund if you pay a cancellation fee. If your insurance specifically includes cancellation cover, you should be okay to claim, but there might be some obstacles.

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For most travel insurance plans, you must file your claim within 90 days of the incident, also known as the timely filing limit. Submitting your claim outside the timely filing limit could result in your claim being denied.

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