Flight or train delays and lost baggage
What to do when your travel plans change on the day, and when you are covered.
Updated October 10, 2026
Travel delays are common, and the cancellation policy has specific protection for them.
What to do
- Message your host as soon as you know and ask for a new pickup time.
- Tell your host at least one hour before the scheduled start.
- Let Seifly know within 24 hours of the scheduled start, through the trip’s help tools.
- Keep proof, such as a screenshot from your airline or train app or a photo of the departures board.
When you receive a full refund
If your host cannot adjust the pickup and you can document the delay or cancellation, you receive a full refund.
What is not covered
- Delays or cancellations that you learn about more than 3 days before the trip. There is time to rebook.
- Delays you do not tell the host about before the start time.
Lost or delayed luggage
Tell the host promptly and keep proof of the report you filed with the airline.
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Still need help?
For a problem on a specific trip, open the trip from your trips page and use Trip support, so the team sees the details and your photos. For anything else, ask the Help assistant or contact us.
If anyone is in danger or hurt, call your local emergency number first.