Intro
ITA Airways, Italy’s national airline, took flight in 2020 after succeeding the iconic Alitalia brand.
With a network spanning over 50 destinations in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, the airline combines Italian hospitality with modern conveniences.
Depending on the route and class of service, passengers can expect complimentary snacks, drinks, and meals.
Economy Class
Short/Medium-Haul Flights
On flights lasting less than three hours, ITA Airways offers passengers a light snack paired with a selection of beverages. Flights extending beyond three hours include a more substantial cold meal service, typically served on a tray with a variety of items.
Long-Haul Flights
For intercontinental journeys, ITA Airways provides a refined dining experience with two to three meal services:
Main Meal Service: Passengers are served a starter, a choice between a meat or pasta-based main course, and a fruit or dessert option.
Second Service: Depending on the flight’s timing, this may include a light snack or breakfast.
Third Service (on flights over 11 hours): Ensures passengers remain refreshed with an additional offering during the journey.
Long-haul flights showcase Italian culinary heritage while incorporating international flavours.
Special Meals
ITA Airways accommodates passengers with dietary requirements by offering special meals that must be pre-ordered. These are available on:
All intercontinental flights (all cabin classes)
International flights over 3 hours in Economy Class
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 travelers, typically aged between 2 to 12 years.
IATA Code: AVML
The AVML Asian Vegetarian Meal is a vegetarian meal that normally includes spices and flavours from India. It will usually contain vegetables, fresh fruit, dried fruits, legumes, dairy products, tofu, cereal, grains and vegetarian gelatine.
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: AVML
The AVML Asian Vegetarian Meal is a vegetarian meal that normally includes spices and flavours from India. It will usually contain vegetables, fresh fruit, dried fruits, legumes, dairy products, tofu, cereal, grains and vegetarian gelatine.
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: LFML
The LFML or Low Fat meal is a meal of limited fat and cholesterol suited to people who wish to follow a low-fat restricted diet.
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: LSML
The LSML or Low Salt meal is suited for people with high blood pressure, heart disease, fluid retention or kidney problems. No salt will be used during the preparation of food, and airlines try to avoid using food that contains added salt.
IATA Code: NLML
The NLNL or Non-Lactose meal is a lactose-free meal for people who are allergic or intolerant to milk and milk products, or those suffering from low lactose levels.
IATA Code: VLML
The VLML or vegetarian lacto ovo meal is a vegetarian special meal with the added addition of eggs and dairy.
FAQs
What meals are offered in Economy Class on ITA Airways?
ITA Airways provides complimentary meals in Economy Class, varying based on the duration and timing of the flight.
On long-haul flights, passengers can expect a hot meal service with options that include both Italian and international dishes.
For shorter flights, a light snack or a cold meal is typically offered.
Can I pre-order special meals on ITA Airways flights?
Yes, ITA Airways offers a range of special meals that can be pre-ordered to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences.
These include vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, diabetic, kosher, and halal meals.
Passengers should request special meals at least 24 to 48 hours before departure to ensure availability.
About ITA Airways
- Founded: 2020
- Website: https://www.ita-airways.com/en_en