Lung Cancer Travel Insurance

Letitia Smith

Travel Insurance Expert

Last updated February 24 2026

5 min read

Lung Cancer Travel Insurance can provide cover if you’re living with lung cancer or are in remission and want to travel with confidence. Specialist policies are designed to consider your condition, subject to medical screening and acceptance, so you’re protected if you need emergency medical treatment abroad.

Medical emergencies overseas can be complex and costly. Having the right Travel Insurance in place can help protect you against unexpected medical bills, repatriation costs and disruption to your trip.

Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the UK, accounting for around 13% of all new cancer cases. We understand that finding Travel Insurance with a serious medical condition can feel challenging. That’s why we specialise in Medical Travel Insurance for people with pre-existing medical conditions.

Since 2000, we’ve helped millions of travellers explore the world, and we consider over 1,300 medical conditions. If you’re living with lung cancer, this guide explains how specialist Lung Cancer Travel Insurance works and what it can include, so you can travel with reassurance and peace of mind.

Why choose specialist lung cancer Travel Insurance?

Lung cancer can bring additional risks and uncertainties when travelling, particularly if you’re undergoing treatment, managing side effects such as breathlessness or fatigue, or attending regular follow-up appointments. Standard Travel Insurance policies may exclude pre-existing medical conditions or limit cancer-related claims.

Specialist Lung Cancer Travel Insurance is designed to properly consider your diagnosis and treatment history, subject to medical screening and acceptance.

Here’s why choosing a specialist matters:

Condition-specific assessment – Your lung cancer, stage, treatment and overall health are assessed individually rather than automatically excluded
Emergency medical expenses and repatriation – Policies can include unlimited medical expenses and repatriation, depending on the level of cover selected
Cancellation protection – If your health changes before you travel, cancellation cover may apply in line with your policy terms
Medication and oxygen equipment – Essential medication and medical equipment can be protected if lost or stolen, subject to policy wording
24/7 emergency assistance – Immediate support if you need medical help abroad

We specialise in Medical Travel Insurance and consider over 1,300 medical conditions. That experience means we understand the complexities of lung cancer and how important it is to have the right protection in place.

Travel with confidence, knowing your condition has been properly protected.

What cover does AllClear’s Lung Cancer Travel Insurance provide?

What’s covered?
- - Medical cover: AllClear policies include emergency medical cover, including costs for existing conditions. This includes prescription medication, medical emergencies and medical equipment
  - Cancellation and cutting your trip short: Cover for your flight and accommodation costs if you unexpectedly have to cancel. We’ll also cover you if you need to return home early following an emergency
  - Your baggage: Protection against the cost of stolen, damaged or lost luggage and personal possessions. You can also choose to add extra cover for gadgets to your policy
  - Travel delays and missed departures: We’ll compensate you for the time if your flight is delayed. If you miss your flight due to reasons outside of your control. You’ll also be covered for accommodation and transport costs
  - Personal liability: Cover for your legal expenses and any liability due if you accidentally injure someone. You also have cover if you damage their property while you’re away on holiday
  - All ages: We believe Travel Insurance should be available to as many people as possible. That’s why our Travel Insurance has no upper age limit

What’s not covered?
- - Deciding not to travel: We do not provide any cover if you can travel but choose not to
  - Other regions: We won’t cover you if you travel outside your chosen region. Although you can contact us to upgrade your policy at any time
  - Claims below the value of excess: You’re not covered for claims that fall below the value of the excess stated in your policy
  - Medical conditions you fail to declare: You need to provide us with an accurate medical history when you buy Travel Insurance, so we can give you the right cover. Even if you’re in remission, you need to declare your lung cancer in certain circumstances
  - Activities: Always check that any activities you plan are included by reading the Policy Wording. We offer a range of optional extra cover if needed. We do not cover winter sports for anyone over 65
  - Going away for medical treatment: You will not be covered if you’re going away for medical treatment or travelling against medical advice

SWIPE TO COMPARE POLICIES

	Gold	Gold Plus	Platinum
Emergency medical expenses and Repatriation costs	Up to £10m	Up to £15m	Unlimited
Cancellation* and cutting your trip short	Up to £2k	Up to £15k	Up to £25k
Travel Delay	Up to £300	Up to £1,500	Up to £1,500
Personal Belongings	Up to £2k	Up to £2.5k	Up to £5k
Personal liability	Up to £2m	Up to £2m	Up to £2m
Legal protection cover	Up to £50k	Up to £50k	Up to £100k

* If you buy a policy which includes cancellation cover. / All these figures are per person and per trip.

Why choose AllClear Travel Insurance?

When you’re travelling with lung cancer, you don’t just need Travel Insurance, you need a specialist who understands the realities of your condition.

At AllClear, medical conditions aren’t an afterthought. They’re what we do. We take the time to assess your diagnosis, treatment and overall health through our straightforward medical screening process. That means we look at your individual circumstances rather than applying blanket exclusions.

Here’s what makes us different:

Specialist focus – We’ve been providing Medical Travel Insurance since 2000 and consider over 1,300 medical conditions
No upper age limit – Age alone won’t stop you from getting a quote
High medical limits – Up to unlimited medical expenses and repatriation available, depending on the policy selected
Cancellation protection – Up to £25,000 cancellation cover if your health changes before departure
Trusted by travellers – 98% of customers rate us as ‘Excellent’ or ‘Great’², and 99%+ who complete a quote are offered cover¹

We understand that travelling after a lung cancer diagnosis can feel uncertain. Our role is to remove as much of that uncertainty as possible, so you can focus on your plans, not the risks.

How our Travel Insurance for lung cancer works: A simple 3 step quote process

Get lung cancer holiday insurance quickly and easily:

Get a quote online or by phone

Tell us about your trip and who you’re going with online, or call our award-winning³ team for free.

Call Free 0800 848 8608

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2. Complete our simple medical screening process

Answer some simple questions about your lung cancer, treatment and medical history so we can provide you with the right level of cover.

3. Get your quote

Buy your policy right away or save your quote for later.

Letitia Smith

“After a lung cancer diagnosis, arranging Travel Insurance can feel more complicated, especially if you’re undergoing treatment or attending regular follow-up appointments. We assess your individual circumstances through our straightforward medical screening process, so your quote reflects your condition. That means you can travel with confidence, knowing your lung cancer has been properly considered.”

Letitia Smith – Head of Communications

What our Customers Say

Helpful and empathetic

“Tristain was super helpful and understanding whilst getting my quote. It was a sensitive one as my husband has stage 4 lung cancer but he dealt with it confidently, empathetically and ensured we’d double checked and covered everything we needed too. I’m over the moon that I could find a reasonably priced insurance that enables us a family to go on holiday together. Thank you.”

Helen. AllClear customer.

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Tips for travelling with lung cancer

Choosing your destination

You might want to steer clear of going to cities where there is significant air pollution. According to Cancer Research UK, environmental tobacco smoke, ionising radiation, air pollution and diesel engine exhaust cause lung cancer.
It is always a good idea to check whether the country you are visiting has any restrictions in place on the drugs you are using. Particularly if you are taking strong painkillers, you should check whether you need a licence to take them abroad.
Travel agents may be able to discuss practical issues, such as the distance between your hotel’s front of house and the room, and can suggest hotels that are on level ground.

Speak to your doctor and airline

Before flying, discuss with them whether you are fit enough to do so. Due to changes in cabin pressure, the amount of oxygen available is reduced at high altitudes. Any reduction in the ability to oxygenate the blood can further exacerbate poor lung performance. Your doctor may advise you to carry an additional oxygen tank on board. If so, you will need to speak to the airline before you book your flights to see if they will allow it.
If your doctor has prescribed you inhalers. Check with your airline if you can carry them in your hand luggage.
If your mobility is restricted, seek assistance from your airline to help you get from check-in to the gate.
If you’ve had chemotherapy and radiotherapy, it can leave you feeling fatigued, so seek your doctor’s advice on how to manage this on holiday.
After having radiotherapy, your skin may be more sensitive to the sun. Be careful of direct sunlight when in hot countries. Ask your doctor if you are not at risk of any region-specific disease before booking your trip. You may be at a greater risk of infection when taking certain cancer drugs.