For air travel, there are specific rules regarding what foods and Drinks are allowed through airport security, on board, Here’s a quick guide:
General Tips:
- Avoid carrying liquids or gels over 100 ml in cabin baggage.
- Always pack food securely to prevent spills or spoilage.
- You can bring Home cooked food
- you can carry Packed Sweets on board
- Your foods normally won’t spoil in cabin as the aircraft cabin temprature maintained at below 20 degree
- But if your food is inside your checked in baggage then confirm with airline as some aircraft cargo compartment won’t has ventilation system.
- Check airline-specific rules, as they can vary.
1. Food Allowed In cabin
- Solid Foods: Most solid foods are allowed. This includes sandwiches, fruits (except some restricted by international regulations), cakes, nuts, granola bars, and chips.
- Liquids and Gels: Limited to 100 ml per container within a 1-liter clear plastic bag. This includes yogurt, peanut butter, sauces, soups, Ghee and drinks.
- Prepared Foods: Meals such as cooked pasta, salads, and sandwiches are generally fine if solid, but avoid sauces or liquid-heavy dishes unless they’re below the 100 ml limit.Foods that spoil easily, like dairy products or meats, might be restricted depending on the flight duration.
- Baby Food: If traveling with an infant, baby food is allowed.
Food Allowed in Cargo (Checked-IN Baggage)
For checked baggage, the rules are more Flexible:
- Perishable Items: Most perishable foods, including cooked meals and dairy products, can be carried, but it’s best to check specific airline policies.
- Large Quantities: You can carry larger quantities of food compared to cabin baggage.
- Packaged Foods: Commercially packaged items are usually allowed without restrictions.
2. Packing Tips for Food
- Use spill-proof containers.
- Pack foods that are shelf-stable and don’t need refrigeration.
- Avoid foods with strong odors as they can disturb other passengers.
4. Outside Food on Flights
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Allowed food types vary by airline, but generally, outside food is permitted as long as it’s solid and not overly aromatic.
- For international flights, check the destination country’s rules, as some have restrictions on produce, meats, and dairy.
5. Foods Not Allowed on Planes
- Strong-smelling foods (garlic-heavy dishes, seafood) are discouraged.
- Some international destinations restrict fresh produce, meats, and dairy for biosecurity reasons.
Inflight Meal Service (International Flights)
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Meals by Flight Duration:
- Up to 6 hours: One major meal.
- 6 to 8 hours: One major and one minor meal.
- 8 to 10 hours: Two major meals.
- Above 10 hours: Two major meals and one minor meal.
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Meal Types:
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Major Meals
: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, refreshment, supper. - Minor Meals: Continental breakfast, wraps/rolls.
- Note: Liquor is served with major meals except for breakfast.
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Domestic Flight Meal Service Depends on Time, Flight Duration and class.
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- Breakfast (04:00-11:00),
- Lunch (11:01-14:30),
- Refreshment (14:31-18:00),
- Dinner (18:01-22:30),
- Supper (22:31-03:59).
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Meals by Flight Duration:
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Economy Class:- 0-60 mins: Cookies and a drink.
- 61-120 mins: Vegetarian sandwich with drink.
- Above 120 mins: Hot meals with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
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Business Class:
- 0-120 mins: Cold snacks.
- Above 120 mins: Hot meals with two non-vegetarian and vegetarian options.
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Special Meal Plans (Require 24-72 hours’ notice)
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Air India offers a range of special meals for dietary, medical, and religious preferences. Examples include:
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Diabetic , Gluten-free , Fruit Platter .
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Asian Vegetarian , Vegan , Jain , Kosher , Moslem and Hindu meals.
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Baby and Child Meals are available for children under 2 to 12 years, respectively.
IndiGo
Snack Options:
On flights under 30 minutes, only our selected Cookie Tins, Nut Cases, and water bottles will be available for purchase. Other food and beverage items will not be offered.
Flights under 60 minutes: All menu items, except for hot food and beverages, will be available for purchase based on availability.
”SMOKING”🚭 is not Allowed
Alcohol🍺Allowed
Yes, alcohol is offered on most Indian airlines, especially on international flights and some domestic flights. Here are some details:
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Complimentary Alcohol: Many airlines provide complimentary alcoholic beverages in business and premium economy classes. In economy class, alcohol may be offered for free on longer flights or available for purchase.
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Domestic Flights: Alcohol service on domestic flights can vary by airline. Some airlines do serve alcohol, while others may not.
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Restrictions: Passengers are generally not allowed to consume their own alcohol on board unless served by the crew.
Here are some airlines in India that typically serve alcohol:
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Air India: Offers complimentary alcohol in all classes on international flights and on select domestic flights.
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IndiGo: Generally does not serve alcohol on domestic flights but offers it on international routes.
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SpiceJet: Serves alcohol on select domestic and international flights, often for purchase.
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Vistara: Offers complimentary alcohol in business class and for purchase in economy class on both domestic and international flights.
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Remember: Always check with your airline and or similar regulatory bodies when flying internationally.
