What snacks does Southwest serve?

On short haul flights, we serve complimentary peanuts and pretzels. On our longer flights, we offer complimentary snacks like cookies and crackers.



As of 2026, Southwest Airlines continues to offer a simplified but reliable snack service "on the house." On most flights over 251 miles, passengers receive Stellar Pretzel Braids or Remy's Grahams (the latter typically served on morning flights). For longer hauls over 1,550 miles, the airline often serves Oreo Cookies. A major update for early 2026 is the introduction of Wonderful Pistachios (both Honey Roasted and Roasted & Salted) for customers seated in "Extra Legroom" seats on the Boeing 737 MAX 8 fleet. This move toward nut-based snacks was met with some controversy regarding allergy safety, but Southwest maintains it as a premium addition to their standard offerings. Complimentary beverages include a wide range of Coca-Cola products, Minute Maid juices, and Peet's Coffee. While full meals are never served, Southwest's snacks are designed to be quick, recognizable, and sufficient for the domestic "point-to-point" travel that characterizes the airline's network.

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On flights traveling more than 176 miles, we are offering alcoholic beverages, as well as free sodas, coffee, and snacks. Learn more about our food & drink policies.

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Southwest does serve small snacks, the exact items depend on how long the flight is, but usually some peanuts and pretzels are available along with a selection of beverages, and if you ask nicely the flight attendants are most often happy to give you extra or provide a drink refill.

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Economy class meal service varies by flight time: flights under 2 hours: a snack. flights over 2 hours: a main meal. flights over 7 hours: a main meal and snack.

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Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked baggage. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine.

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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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Re: snacks Anything not a gel or liquid can be brought with you through security and anything you purchase after security can be brought onto the plane. Make sandwiches at home and grab a drink after security!

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Can you ask flight attendant for snacks? Economy passengers don't often get full meals on short-haul flights, but they do get a round of drinks and snacks. If you find yourself a little peckish or thirsty after that service, politely ask your flight attendant for another round.

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Southwest Is A Safe Airline
They are a favorite among travelers looking for cheap flights without having to compromise on comfort or security. According to the most recent list of the world's safest airlines, Southwest was ranked in the top 15 airlines in the world in 2021, even beating out Delta, American, and United.

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Yes, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will allow you to bring sandwiches through airport security in your carry-on baggage. If the sandwiches aren't already pre-packaged, they should be wrapped or placed in a resealable bag or container with a secure lid.

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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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The first one that comes to mind is a simple ham and cheese sandwich on a baguette with cornichons and a little butter.

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Economy class meal service varies by flight time: flights under 2 hours: a snack. flights over 2 hours: a main meal. flights over 7 hours: a main meal and snack.

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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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For carry-on, same rules apply as above. You are limited to containers of 3.4oz or less that fit in your quart-sized bag. For checked bags you are limited to five liters per passenger.

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Sharp, heavy, and other dangerous items are restricted on all commercial airline flights, including Southwest. Items such as sharp knives, bats, clubs, ski-poles, snow globes and most tools and weapons must be checked rather than packed in a carry-on. Explosives and fuels may not be carried by air at all.

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