Economy Class


Korean Air offers complimentary meals and beverages across all travel classes, bringing a unique blend of Korean and Western cuisines to the skies.

Meals in Economy, Prestige, or First Class, are carefully curated that showcase the local and international cuisine.

Passengers will enjoy complimentary meals tailored to the flight duration.

Longer Routes: There are up to three meal choices for the first service and two options for the second meal if provided.

Shorter Routes: Complimentary meals or snacks are offered, but choices are unavailable.

A typical long-haul meal might include bibimbap, a signature Korean dish served with appetizers, salad, dessert, and Korean side dishes like kimchi.

Special Meals


Korean Air accommodates a wide range of dietary needs with its extensive special meal options.

These meals must be pre-ordered at least 24 hours before departure through the airlineโ€™s customer service or the “Manage My Booking” feature on their website.

BUSINESS CLASS

Passengers should expect meals that are of a similar standard to a high-class hotel.

The airline uses high-quality ingredients with dishes created by first-class chefs.

Options include selected Western, Chinese and Japanese options as well as Korean menus that are paired with quality wines.

Expect items such as Bibimbap, Korean-style Dongchimi noodles, fresh crab marinated in soy sauce, Kalbi-jjim (braised beef short-ribs), Bulgogi with rice.

Meals are paired with wines from as far as France, USA, Italy and Germany, and the airline also offers Perrier-Jouet champagne from France.

FAQs


What meals are offered in Economy Class on Korean Air?

Korean Air provides complimentary meals in Economy Class, with options varying based on flight duration and time of day.

Passengers can enjoy a selection of Korean and Western dishes. A typical meal might include bibimbap (a traditional Korean dish), accompanied by appetizers, salad, and dessert.

For shorter flights, a lighter meal or snack is provided.

Can passengers pre-order special meals on Korean Air flights?

Yes, Korean Air offers a range of special meals that can be pre-ordered to cater to various dietary needs and preferences.

These include vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, diabetic, kosher, and halal meals. Special meal requests should be made at least 24 hours before departure.

What beverages are available on Korean Air flights?

Korean Air offers a wide selection of beverages to all passengers.

Non-alcoholic options include water, soft drinks, fruit juices, tea, and coffee.

Alcoholic beverages such as beer, wine, and spirits are also available, with a more extensive selection on long-haul and international flights.

How do passengers request special meals on Korean Air?

To request a special meal on Korean Air, passengers can contact the airline’s customer service or use the “Manage My Booking” feature on the Korean Air website.

It is recommended to make these requests at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure to ensure the airline can accommodate specific dietary needs.

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