Do you get unlimited alcohol on long haul flights?

Usually long haul complimentary alcoholic drinks means exactly that, not restrictive. - No airline will serve unlimited drinks, it could be limited by what supply they have on board and whether they need to save some for the return flight as not all airlines restock overseas.



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Alcoholic beverages are complimentary in premium cabins on all flights and in United Premium Plus (flights to Hawaii and on premium transcontinental flights). In international premium cabins, a flight attendant will inform you of the available wine selections from our international premium cabin wine list.

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On international routes, savor complimentary bistro-style meals in dining ware made from sugarcane plant fibers and enjoy complimentary beer, wine, and spirits on long-haul international flights.

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That's fair enough, given Islamic cultures frown on alcohol consumption. Airlines that completely ban alcohol include Afriqiyah Airways, Air Arabia, Ariana Afghan, Biman Bangladesh, Iran Air, Jazeera Airways, Kuwait Airways, Mahan Air, Pakistan International Airlines, Saudi Arabian Airlines, and Tunisair.

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For beer and wine under 24% ABV, there aren't any limitations on how much can travel in checked bags as long as it fits in your luggage. Anything over 70% ABV won't be permitted, but this would only apply to distillates and extremely hard liquor, not beer or wine.

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“Skipping the alcohol on a flight is the best approach to have you feeling at your best on your trip, but, if planning on drinking liquor, the best option is clear liquors on the rocks or with club soda.” Additionally, those mixers can increase your blood alcohol level faster if they can contain artificial sweeteners.

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the #1 reason airlines serve booze is that they make money on it. A cocktail on United Airlines is running $7-$8 these days. I have been flying only domestically for the last year or so so I'm not taking flights longer than five hours, but I've seen economy class passengers buy five or six drinks during that time.

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Complimentary drinks and snacks We offer fresh coffee, tea, juice, water and soft drinks, as well as complimentary snacks on flights over 250 miles.

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On a Dreamliner flight, meals and drinks are complimentary, so you'll enjoy a glass of wine with your in-flight meal as well as enjoying further beverages throughout the course of your flight.

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Food and beverage. World Traveller passengers receive complimentary food, including a starter, main course and dessert, plus cold, hot and alcoholic drinks. On longer flights, there is a second meal and mid-flight snacks. Children's meals are also available.

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Tap Water (Including in Coffee and Tea) Not drinking tap water on flights is a well-documented no-no. As T+L previously explained, the water tanks on planes are notoriously grimy. A 2004 EPA sample of 158 planes found that 13 percent contained coliform, and two had dangerous levels of E. coli.

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So, you're limited to bottles that are no more than 3.4 ounces in capacity each. But you aren't limited to just one bottle. In fact, according to the TSA … Travelers may carry as many 3.4 ounce bottles of liquid (mini bottles of liquor are 1.7 ounces) that fit comfortably in one quart-sized, clear plastic, zip-top bag.

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§ 121.575 Alcoholic beverages. (a) No person may drink any alcoholic beverage aboard an aircraft unless the certificate holder operating the aircraft has served that beverage to him.

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First Class Food, Made Fresh Enjoy seasonal food and beverages. Though they vary based on the distance of your flight, you'll always enjoy complimentary Starbucks® coffee, wine, beer and spirits for 21+. Please drink responsibly.

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Dry Airlines. Many airlines based in predominantly Muslim countries operate as dry airlines, meaning no alcohol is served onboard.

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Hi, No QR is not 'dry' and does serve alcohol on board in economy. They also have on board duty free - a lot cheaper than UK airports as well! Enjoy your flight.

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