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Airline Ticket Protection Explained
Flight insurance is a coverage option that is most often available as an add-on when booking an airline ticket, either from an airline directly or through a third-party site, like Expedia or Priceline. Flight insurance is a “light” type of coverage due to the lower plan limits compared to other options. Every insurance plan, including flight insurance, has a certificate that outlines what may be covered regarding unexpected events and the maximum value of the coverage. Collectively, this certificate describes the plan limits.
What Does Flight Insurance Cover?
For most flight insurance plans, the coverage is limited to unexpected events related to your air travel. 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. Keep in mind that since the limits are low, it may leave some gaps in coverage.
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