Baggage delay

Why does travel insurance matter?

If your baggage is sent to a different destination, or left at the starting point due to no fault your own, it can be a very inconvenient start to your holiday.

Did you know?
72 hours – The time it usually takes British Airways to return delayed baggage to its owner. (10)

What does travel insurance cover?

Travel insurance policies do cover expenses for a limited amount of emergency supplies until your baggage arrives. They do not cover expenses for non-emergency items.

You must keep receipts for all emergency supplies and obtain a report from the carrier stating the length of the delay.

Did you know?
3,700 – The number of people insurers helped with baggage and possessions claims each week in 2009. (11)

Did you know?
21 days – The length of time baggage can be ‘delayed’ by the airline, before it is deemed to be ‘lost’ under aviation law. (12)