Economy. Fabulous food and drink is always included in Economy. Quality, tasty hot meals served with a starter, your choice of wine, spirits, beer or soft drinks ? and pudding, of course.

On Virgin Atlantic, all passengers—including those in Economy Light, Classic, and Delight—receive complimentary drinks throughout the flight, including a selection of soft drinks, fruit juices, hot beverages like Change Please coffee, and alcoholic options such as wine and premium spirits like Bombay Sapphire. In the Premium and Upper Class cabins, guests are further treated to a welcome glass of bubbly or a "tipple" upon boarding. Conversely, Virgin Australia operates a different model for its domestic and short-haul international flights; while water, tea, and coffee are typically provided, alcoholic beverages and more diverse soft drinks are usually only complimentary in Business Class. For those in Economy on Virgin Australia, these items are available for purchase via an on-board menu. Therefore, your experience in 2026 depends on the specific airline: long-haul international flights with Virgin Atlantic remain "all-inclusive" for beverages, whereas Virgin Australia's domestic network favors a "buy-on-board" approach for most economy guests.