Do you get food on TUI flights to Cape Verde?

If you're on a short or mid-haul flight – that's anything less than seven hours including Cape Verde – you'll find our Café menu on board. It's packed with tempting treats, snacks and drinks, plus great-value meal deals and a range of hot food, too.



Yes, TUI flights to Cape Verde typically include complimentary food and drinks as part of their service.

Here’s a more detailed breakdown of what you can expect:

1. On Short-Haul/Medium-Haul Flights (e.g., from the UK)

  • Most TUI flights to Cape Verde (e.g., from London Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham) are considered medium-haul (around 6 hours).
  • A complimentary hot meal is almost always served on these flights. This usually includes a main course, a side, and sometimes a dessert or snack.
  • Complimentary drinks are also served, including soft drinks, juices, tea, coffee, beer, wine, and spirits.
  • You will often get a second smaller service, like a snack or a drink, before landing.

2. On Long-Haul Flights (e.g., from farther destinations in Europe)

  • For flights longer than approximately 7 hours, TUI typically provides two meal services: a main meal after take-off and a lighter meal (like breakfast or a snack) before landing.

3. Special Meals

  • If you have dietary requirements (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, religious, etc.), you can request a special meal for free.
  • You must do this well in advance (usually at least 48-72 hours before departure) by managing your booking on the TUI website or calling customer service.

4. What’s Not Included?

  • Premium snacks or branded spirits might be available for an extra purchase, but the standard offering is quite generous.

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