u/Mammoth_Tackle_3021

Hi all, applying for a Czech Schengen visa from India for a Prague trip, Oct 31 - Nov 8. First application. The cheap combos I'm finding (~₹56k) are mostly non-refundable, and I don't want to risk the money if the visa is rejected.

Three questions:

1. How do you actually find refundable tickets - book directly on airline sites, filters on booking sites, or a specific fare type?
2. Does booking non-refundable flights hurt my approval chances?
3. What are the realistic rejection chances for a Czech visa from India right now? My accommodation is already booked with free cancellation.

What did you all do? Thanks!