Whether you receive free food on Lufthansa in 2026 depends entirely on the length and type of your flight. For short and medium-haul European flights in Economy Class, Lufthansa operates a "Buy-on-Board" model called Onboard Delights. On these flights, you must pay for snacks, sandwiches, and most beverages (though a small chocolate and a bottle of water are sometimes still provided for free). However, on long-haul international flights (such as Frankfurt to New York or Munich to Tokyo), free multi-course hot meals and a full range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are still included in the ticket price for all cabin classes. In Business and First Class, the dining remains a premium "all-inclusive" experience regardless of the distance, with pre-selection options available online up to 24 hours before departure. If you are flying Economy within Europe and want a specific meal, you can often pre-order fresh items through the Lufthansa app for a 10% discount compared to the price charged by the crew during the flight.