The RVML (Raw Vegetarian Meal) consists entirely of uncooked fruits and vegetables, making it one of the most restrictive special meal options available.
This meal contains absolutely no processed foods, cooked items, or animal products – just fresh, raw plant foods.
The RVML is designed for passengers following strict raw food diets who consume only uncooked, unprocessed plant foods.
This meal is more restrictive than regular vegetarian options because it eliminates all cooking, processing, and food preparation beyond basic washing and cutting.
Most airlines provide fresh salads, raw vegetable assortments, fresh fruits, and sometimes vegetable juices when available.
What’s included
- Fresh raw vegetables (lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers)
- Raw fruits (apples, oranges, berries, grapes)
- Fresh salads with raw vegetables only
- Raw nuts and seeds (when available)
- Fresh vegetable juices (if offered)
- Unprocessed, raw preparations only
What’s never included: Any cooked foods, processed items, meats, eggs, dairy products, cooked grains, bread, additives, preservatives, caffeine products, or anything that has undergone heat treatment or processing.
Dietary notes: Completely raw and vegan but may not provide adequate nutrition for travel needs. It is not suitable if you need a substantial amount of calories or energy. It may still contain allergens, such as nuts, which are available in minimal quantities on some airlines.
How to Order
Limited availability – not offered by all airlines due to the specialised nature.
Must be pre-ordered at least 24-48 hours before departure.
During booking – Select the special meal option if RVML is available
After booking – Call the airline directly, as this meal isn’t always bookable online
Travel agent bookings – Contact your agent, but verify availability with the airline
Important: Consider whether raw vegetables and fruits alone will provide sufficient nutrition for your journey, especially on longer flights.
Alternatives
FPML (Fruit Platter) – Similar concept but fruit-only, more widely available
VGML (Vegan) – Cooked vegan options with more substantial nutrition.
VLML (Vegetarian) – If you can accept some cooked plant foods
Bring your raw foods – The most reliable option for strict raw food requirements
Discover Airline Options
Find specific meal information for your airline.
FAQs
Is RVML filling enough for long flights?
Probably not. Raw vegetables and fruits are low in calories and may not provide sufficient energy for travel. Consider bringing additional raw foods if following strict raw diet requirements.
What’s the difference between RVML and FPML?
RVML includes raw vegetables and salads alongside fruits, while FPML is fruit-only. Both are restrictive, but RVML offers more variety.
Do all airlines offer RVML?
No, this is one of the less common special meals due to its restrictive nature. Many airlines focus on more mainstream dietary requirements.
What if my airline doesn’t offer RVML?
Consider bringing your raw foods, ordering FPML as a partial solution, or choosing VGML and eating only the raw components provided.
