What are meals like on international flights?

In-flight meals are prepared before take-off. International airlines partner with some of the best catering companies to ensure travellers get the best meals available. In-flight meals tend to taste a bit dry and bland because the high altitudes alter their taste.



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Usually 2 meals and 1-2 snacks. Some aircraft like the A380 have a small self serve snack bar with some water etc also.

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flights under 2 hours: a snack. flights over 2 hours: a main meal. flights over 7 hours: a main meal and snack. flights over 12 hours: two main meals and a snack.

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Yes, you may ask politely. We usually will give you an extra, but we limit two to each passenger. I don't think it is against flight policy to honor your request for extra food.

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You are allowed to bring a quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams and pastes through the checkpoint. These are limited to 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less per item. This is also known as the 3-1-1 liquids rule.

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Long haul flights: You'll get a main meal and light refreshment offered before landing, both included in the price. Your main meal will be served with a complimentary soft, hot or alcoholic drink. You can select what type of meal you need when you're booking your holiday.

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Generally, on long-haul flights food is served shortly after start and then again shortly before landing. As a rule, the higher the class, the closer to takeoff/landing the food will be served. Because there are less people in higher classes, it's faster to go around with the drinks first.

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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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Brown rice, quinoa and chia seeds are all types of grains that can help you feel great before a flight. You can incorporate these in a majority of your meals, whether it is breakfast, lunch or dinner. Muesli bars also include these grains and some fruit, making them a snack that is easy to travel with!

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The airline dinner typically includes meat (most commonly chicken or beef), fish, or pasta; a salad or vegetable; a small bread roll (with butter); and a dessert. Condiments (typically salt, pepper, and sugar) are supplied in small sachets or shakers.

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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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Airliners can descend over 8,000 feet per minutes if needed. A descent from 35,000 feet at that rate would have you down to 11,000 feet in 3 minutes or less. John Cox is a retired airline captain with US Airways and runs his own aviation safety consulting company, Safety Operating Systems.

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Makeup And The 3-1-1 TSA Rule Liquids, like foundation, nail polish and moisturizer, are subject to the 3-1-1 rule. Items like powder blush or foundation, do not. Sometimes that are a bit more confusing are mascara and lip gloss. These are considered liquids.

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Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.

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You may be able to bring in food such as fruits, meats or other agricultural products depending on the region or country from which you are traveling. You must declare all food products. Failure to declare food products can result in up to $10,000 in fines and penalties.

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Each airline has a different definition of what a long-haul flight is. However, a long-haul flight is generally any direct or non-stop flight that has a journey time of between 6–12 hours.

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To enjoy our inflight menu, you must save a form of payment online or on the app before your flight. We don't accept credit cards or cash for inflight payments.

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