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Pre-Order Flight Meals — Better Food, Better Price

Updated June 25, 2026 | 4 min read

Onboard meal menus run out fast. The paneer wrap you wanted? Gone by row 15. Pre-ordering guarantees your choice AND saves Rs. 100-200 vs buying onboard.

How to Pre-Order

  • 🔵 IndiGo: Website → Manage Booking → Add Meals. Up to 24 hrs before departure
  • Air India: During booking or via Manage My Booking. Special meals 24 hrs before
  • 🟠 Akasa Air: During booking or via app. Good variety at lower prices

Special Diet Options

  • 🥗 Jain meal (VJML): No onion, garlic, root vegetables. Available on Air India
  • 🌿 Vegan (VGML): No dairy, eggs, meat. Request 24 hrs before
  • 💊 Diabetic (DBML): Low sugar, controlled carbs. Air India international
  • 👶 Baby meal (BBML): Pureed food for infants. Air India international
  • 🕌 Halal: Available on Air India international flights

Price Comparison

  • 💰 Pre-order: Rs. 200-400 (varies by airline)
  • 💸 Onboard: Rs. 300-600 (limited options, runs out)
  • 🎒 Bring your own: FREE — see what food you can carry