Know exactly what food and drinks you’ll get on Qantas flights – from complimentary domestic meals by departure time to international multi-course service, with all alcohol service timing and special meal options.

Special Meals

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Find out which special meals Qantas offers.

Special Meals

Economy Class

What’s Included

Flight Type What You Get Cost
Domestic Time-based meals + beer/wine (after 9am/12pm) + Australian treats Complimentary
International Multi-course service: 3 main choices + full bar throughout flight Complimentary
Special Meals 24+ dietary options with 24-hour advance notice Complimentary

Domestic Flights

Meal service based on departure time – all flights include complimentary food and drinks.

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Snacks offered on qantas domestic flight from Melbourne to Cairns
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Departure Time Service Type What You’ll Get
5:00am – 8:59am Breakfast Yoghurt, banana bread, fresh fruit
9:00am – 11:59am Morning Tea Wraps, fritters, light snacks
12:00pm – 1:29pm Lunch Calzones, sandwiches, salads
1:30pm – 4:59pm Afternoon Tea Samosas, cake, light savoury items
5:00pm – 9:59pm Dinner Hot dinner boxes, substantial meals

International Flights

Multi-course service with restaurant-style presentation featuring:

Welcome drink served after takeoff

3 main course choices: Slow-cooked beef stew, chicken with rice and vegetables, hearty vegetarian pasta

Australian treats: Tim Tams, Paddle Pop ice cream

Full beverage service: Complimentary wines, spirits, beers, soft drinks throughout flight

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A Murray St Ice Creamery chocolate salted caramel slice ice cream bar rests on a dark tray table, with a seat-back pocket visible in the background.
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Alcohol Service

Flight Type When Alcohol is Free What’s Included
Domestic (over 2.5 hours) After 9:00am Beer and wine
Domestic (under 2.5 hours) After 12:00pm Beer and wine
International Throughout entire flight Full bar: wine, beer, spirits, cocktails

FAQs

Are meals complimentary on Qantas flights?

Yes, meals are complimentary on all Qantas flights, including all international flights and domestic flights.

Does Qantas serve alcoholic drinks on all flights?

Yes, Qantas offers a selection of alcoholic drinks, including beer and wine, and spirits.

On domestic flights beer and wine are free after 9am on flights over 2.5 hours, and other flights after 12pm.

On international flights spirits are included.

Does Qantas offer vegan meal options?

Yes, Qantas offers the VGML special meal which is suitable for vegans. These need to be pre-ordered at least 24 hours before departure to ensure availability.

Inflight Reviews of Qantas

- Review: Qantas International Economy Class Meals - Qantas Domestic Inflight Meals & Lounges - Review: The Qantas Domestic Experience. - Review: Qantas and Jetstar Economy Class
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