ECONOMY CLASS
Air Astana meals are included in the price of your ticket, and the airline is renowned for its exceptional inflight catering, extending its culinary excellence to both economy and business class.
The meal offerings are diverse, catering to a wide range of dietary needs. Special meal options include vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, diabetic, kosher, and halal meals.
Economy class passengers can expect a variety of meals depending on the flight duration.
Short-haul flights offer snacks and sandwiches, while medium and long-haul flights provide hot meals crafted from fresh and healthy ingredients.
The menu often features a mix of Kazakh and international cuisine, ensuring a delightful culinary experience that reflects the airline’s cultural heritage.
SPECIAL MEALS
Special meals on Air Astana can be booked up to 24 hours before departure.
Special meals, include the following options:
IATA Code: AVML
This Indian-style vegetarian meal features authentic spices, proper seasonings, and ingredients like paneer and basmati rice, making it worth pre-ordering. Here’s everything you need to know about getting the AVML on your next flight.
IATA Code: HNML
The HNML or Hindu Non-Vegetarian is a meal for people who follow Hindu custom. Meals are non-vegetarian and cooked Indian style. It’s one of those special meals that confuses a lot of people, people assume because it’s called Hindu that it’s vegetarian but the N stands for non-vegetarian.
IATA Code: VJML
The VJML or vegetarian Jain is a meal option for passengers who are part of the Jain community.
IATA Code: VGML
The VGML or vegetarian meal is a meal option for passengers who wish to consume meals free of animal products. Vegans and vegetarians can order this option on their next flight, it is quite a standard meal option that is widely available for you to pre-order.
IATA Code: KSML
The KSML or Kosher Meal is a meal where the food is chosen, prepared and served in accordance with Jewish religious guidelines. The meals are packaged in double wrapping which allows the meals to be heated in the aircraft oven that is non-kosher.
IATA Code: MOML
The MOML or Muslim is a meal that is prepared in accordance with the Islamic tradition and custom. No Haram (forbidden) products will be used in these meals including pork products, gelatin, alcohol, extracted flavouring from alcohol and non-halal prepared meats.
IATA Code: BLML
The BLML (Bland Meal) is your safest option when you need gentle, easily digestible food during flight. This specialised meal focuses on simple, stomach friendly ingredients that won’t trigger digestive problems at 35,000 feet.
IATA Code: DBML
The DBML or Diabetic Meal should be ordered by those who suffer from diabetes (high sugar levels). It’s a low sugar meal that contains minimal salt, low-fat products, grilled white meat, high fibre fruits and vegetables, cereals and diabetic friendly products like sugar-free jam.
IATA Code: GFML
The GFML or Gluten-Free meal is designed for those who suffer from celiac disease or can’t tolerate gluten in their diet. Grains such as wheat, rye, oats, bran and barley are eliminated from these special meals as well as flours starches and semolina.
IATA Code: BBML
The BBML or Baby Meal can be ordered for infants under 2 years of age (depending on the airline, some airlines will only supply the BBML to an infant up to 10 months only) and will normally consist of pre-packaged baby meal products.
IATA Code: chml
The CHML, or Children’s Meal, is an airline meal code used to request food for young travellers, typically aged between 2 to 12 years.
Note: Kosher meals are not available on flights from Kazakhstan.
INFLIGHT DRINKS
Here is the drinks list available on Air Astana International services for Economy Class:
| Category | Options |
|---|---|
| Premium Spirits | BELL’S Whisky |
| KAZAKHSTAN 5 STAR Brandy | |
| SNOW QUEEN Vodka | |
| CAPTAIN MORGAN Rum | |
| GORDON’S Gin | |
| Wines | Sunrise Carmenera – red, dry |
| Frontera Chardonnay – white, dry | |
| Beer | Holsten |
| Irbis | |
| Soft Drinks | Orange Juice |
| Apple Juice | |
| Tomato Juice | |
| Cola | |
| Diet Cola | |
| Sprite | |
| Still Water | |
| Sparkling Water | |
| Hot Beverages | Black Tea |
| Green Tea | |
| Coffee |
FAQs
Does Air Astana serve complimentary meals in economy class?
Yes, Air Astana provides complimentary meals in economy class. Passengers can choose from a selection of snacks, sandwiches, or main meals, depending on the flight duration and time of day
Are drinks complimentary on Air Astana flights?
Yes, Air Astana offers a variety of complimentary beverages, including hot drinks like tea and coffee, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages such as beer and wine.
Can I request special meals on Air Astana flights?
Yes, Air Astana accommodates special dietary requirements with a variety of special meal options. These include vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, diabetic, kosher, and halal meals. Passengers should request these special meals at least 24 hours before departure through the “Manage Booking” section on the Air Astana website or by contacting their call center
What types of meals are served on long-haul flights with Air Astana?
On long-haul flights, Air Astana serves multiple meal services, which typically include a main meal, followed by a snack or light meal service. The meals often reflect a mix of Kazakh and international cuisine.
About Air Astana
- Founded: 2002
- Website: https://airastana.com/
