Money Guide

Flight Insurance — Is It Actually Worth ₹99-₹499?

Updated June 25, 2026 | 4 min read

Every booking site pushes travel insurance. But is it worth it? Here's our brutally honest breakdown.

What It Typically Covers

  • Flight cancellation: ₹2,000-₹5,000 if airline cancels
  • Delay compensation: ₹1,000-₹2,000 for 2+ hour delays
  • Lost baggage: ₹10,000-₹25,000 for lost checked bags
  • Medical emergency: ₹50,000-₹2,00,000 coverage
  • Trip interruption: Hotel/rebooking costs if stranded

When It's Worth It

ScenarioWorth It?
Expensive international ticket (₹30,000+)✅ Yes
Non-refundable business trip✅ Yes
Monsoon season travel✅ Yes
₹3,000 domestic ticket❌ Skip
Flexible/refundable fare❌ Skip
Credit card with travel cover❌ Already covered

⚠️ Watch Out For

Many insurance policies exclude "known events" — if a cyclone warning is already issued before you buy, your claim will be rejected. Buy insurance AT TIME of booking, not after.