Is food included on flights?

Meal inclusions vary depending on the airline and the ticket purchased. As a general rule, you can expect to have to pay for food and drinks on short haul, regional and domestic flights. On long haul, international flights, meals, snacks, and drinks are usually included, but not always.



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Free snacks “Most airlines still have free snacks available in the main cabin,” Laurie explains. “Whether it be pretzels, chips, cookies or stroopwafels, those on an economy ticket on a major airline will receive a free snack with their complimentary beverage.”

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Check your flights itinerary and it'll either specify what, if any meals are served, or it will say food for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks are still free on airlines. If it is that important, make sure to have snacks handy.

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Tips to Eat Cheap & Save Money on Food While Traveling
  1. Look for Accommodations With Kitchen Access. ...
  2. Find Hotels With Free Breakfast. ...
  3. Avoid Airport Meals. ...
  4. Hit the Grocery Store When You Arrive or Just Before You Leave. ...
  5. Use a Refillable Water Bottle. ...
  6. Bring Plenty of Shelf-Stable Snacks.


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You can bring a water bottle, or container of water in your carry on. As long as it's in a 100 ml (3.4 oz.) or smaller container. There are some exceptions for babies needing formula or breast milk, and people with medical needs. Empty water bottles are allowed.

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Foods you can't pack in your carry-on
Think: creamy cheeses, liquid chocolate, liquid coffee, creamy dips and spreads, gravy, honey, hummus, ice cream, jam, jelly, juice, syrup, peanut butter, salad dressing, sauce, salsa, soda, soup and yogurt.

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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.

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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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TSA-approved snacks and meals
  • Sliced veggies with a (smaller than 3.4 ounce) container of hummus.
  • Protein bars.
  • Dried fruits and nuts.
  • DIY charcuterie box (with hard, not creamy, cheeses)
  • Muffins and pastries.
  • Beef or mushroom jerky.
  • Popcorn.
  • Whole wheat crackers.


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In general, blankets provided by airlines on planes are free to use during the flight. However, it's worth noting that some airlines only provide blankets to passengers in certain cabin classes, such as business or first class.

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Here's a quick list of some of the best food to pack to enjoy at high altitudes whether you have a sweet tooth or prefer savory treats.
  • Dark chocolate and snack bars.
  • Turkey or beef jerky.
  • Crackers and breadsticks.
  • Dried fruit like dried apricots, banana chips, raisins etc.
  • Veg based sushi.


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To calculate the food costs you want to budget daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. I estimate a daily food budget of $75 for an adult or $525 for a 1-week vacation. These numbers are primarily based on table service meals. You can certainly find less expensive dining options in almost any city.

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If you're looking to sleep on your flight, don't overeat beforehand. While you may be thinking that eating a lot will ensure you aren't reliant on plane food, your plan will likely backfire. Flight attendant Kara recommended eating a small meal before your flight to ensure comfort and easier sleep.

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Is it ok? Yes, nothing wrong with it, flight attendants will not think badly of you. As long as you ask nicely, of course. One more thing, all the meals usually get heated at the same time.

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