Can I ask for more food on a flight?

Can you ask flight attendant for extra meal? Having spoken to a handful of airlines, the answer is a resounding yes. If a customer requests additional food, be it a bag of pretzels or an ice cream, we will always try to accommodate, said a Virgin Atlantic spokeswoman.



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Extra Snacks or Drinks If you find yourself a little peckish or thirsty after that service, politely ask your flight attendant for another round. But remember, asking doesn't mean you'll receive. It's all based on availability and whether or not the flight attendant is able to serve you at that point in the flight.

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flights under 2 hours: a snack. flights over 2 hours: a main meal. flights over 7 hours: a main meal and snack. flights over 12 hours: two main meals and a snack.

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In general, flight attendants will be happy to give you the extra meal after the service is done, because they know it will be thrown after landing anyway. Out of experience, there are always some extra meals, at least one or two.

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The crew might be running low on food and asking for seconds when not everyone has been served is a little inconsiderate. Ordering a second snack or appetizer is probably fine in these situations. Again, just know that the crew may or may not be able to accommodate your request and don't hassle them if that's the case.

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Can you ask for more food in economy class? Economy passengers don't often get full meals on short-haul flights, but they do get a round of drinks and snacks. If you find yourself a little peckish or thirsty after that service, politely ask your flight attendant for another round.

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Ask about first-class upgrades at the check-in counter Airlines make more money from filling their flights' first-class seats, so next time you're feeling a little spendy, you can ask at the ticket or boarding counter if there is any availability at the front of the plane.

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flights under 2 hours: a snack. flights over 2 hours: a main meal. flights over 7 hours: a main meal and snack. flights over 12 hours: two main meals and a snack.

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Only two meals for a 15-hour flight felt pretty scant to me but Emirates did set up a snack bar in the middle of the cabin where passengers could grab fruit, crackers, chocolates, and water.

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11 tips for surviving a long-haul flight in economy
  1. Choose your seats wisely. Don't pick your seat assignment blindly. ...
  2. Check in early. Didn't get 22A? ...
  3. Get comfortable. ...
  4. Dress in layers. ...
  5. Bring your own amenities. ...
  6. Drink water. ...
  7. Bring snacks.
  8. Take care of your skin.


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Being stuck on a plane might make you want to run a marathon, but you might need to stick with one of the following:
  1. Watch movies / TV-Series. ...
  2. Work your way through glossy magazines. ...
  3. Listen to audio books. ...
  4. Eat. ...
  5. Catch up on work / school. ...
  6. Sleep. ...
  7. Stare out of the window and philosophize. ...
  8. Write lists.


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TSA might ask travelers to remove food from carry-on bags, to reduce X-ray clutter. The Transportation Security Administration might ask travelers to take food out of their carry-on bags, but officials say it's to get a clearer picture of what's in the bag rather than scrutinizing a snack.

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Hot Tip: The 3-1-1 rule states that you can carry on items that are 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less in a 1-quart-sized bag. There is no limit to the amount of food you can bring on board, as long as it can fit in your carry-on luggage!

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Can you take food through airport security? Are you allowed to bring your own food/snacks on board a plane, or eat your own meal while waiting for your flight to depart? Yes, you are! Did you know that (in theory) you can even take a cheeseburger with you?

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So what does happen to uneaten airline food? Some airlines allow flight attendants to eat untouched business or first class meals. But the majority of the time, they are either incinerated or dumped in a landfill.

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How long does a flight have to be to get a meal? Meal service is determined by time of day, flying time and mileage, but in general, food is served on flights of approximately four hours or more than 1,750 miles. Meals and snacks are available for purchase on domestic flights longer than 3 1/2 hours or 1,550 miles.

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What To Do During A Layover: 8 Tips For Surviving Long Layovers
  1. Catch Up on Sleep. ...
  2. Play a Game. ...
  3. Research Your Destination. ...
  4. Read or Write. ...
  5. Meet New People. ...
  6. Get Some Work Done. ...
  7. Exercise. ...
  8. Take a Short Trip Out of the Airport.


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13 Tips for Surviving a Long-Haul Flight
  1. Choose your seat. ...
  2. Power up. ...
  3. Get comfy. ...
  4. Bring some snacks. ...
  5. Always bring a scarf or shawl. ...
  6. Pack a pillow and blanket. ...
  7. See no evil, hear no evil. ...
  8. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate.


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Here are 10 things you can do to increase your odds of flying first class for free:
  1. Dress the part. ...
  2. Ask for an upgrade. ...
  3. Be early. ...
  4. Travel solo. ...
  5. Travel during peak times. ...
  6. Sit next to the baby or take the middle seat. ...
  7. Give up your spot. ...
  8. Check your seat.


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