Virgin Atlantic Meals: Your Guide To Inflight Dining

Know exactly what food and drinks you’ll get on your Virgin Atlantic flight – complimentary dining across all classes with British flair, signature Mile High Tea, and destination-inspired menus.

What to Expect

CLASS	MEALS	DRINKS	PRE-ORDER
Economy	Complimentary meals with starter, choice of 2 mains (1 vegetarian), dessert, Mile High Tea	Full bar service included	Not available
Premium	Enhanced dining with 3 main choices, served on china with linen	Expanded selection including rosé wine, additional beer brands	Available (7 days to 24 hours)
Upper Class	Gourmet multi-course experience with chef-designed dishes	Premium selection including Hambledon sparkling wine	Available (7 days to 24 hours)

Special Meals

Economy class passengers can expect complimentary dining on Virgin Atlantic long-haul services.

Special Meals

Airplane meal on tray with a bread roll, a chickpea and quinoa salad, a container of rice with vegetables, butter, fruit jam, and a piece of cake—typical of Virgin Atlantic meals.

Economy Class

Virgin Atlantic offers complimentary full meal service on long-haul flights, featuring creative twists on British and international classics.

Current seasonal highlights include marinated chicken breast in sunblush tomato cream sauce and porcini garlic mushroom macaroni cheese (vegetarian).

Service includes a starter, a choice of two hot main courses (always including a vegetarian option), dessert, and a signature Mile High Tea on most routes.

Virgin Atlantic meals include an airplane tray featuring a main dish of baked pasta, a side salad with tomatoes and mozzarella, a bread roll, a can of soda, and a cup of a beverage. — Photo: Virgin Atlantic

Important Route Restrictions

Caribbean inter-island services

Short refreshment service only (limited meal service)

Long-haul flights

Full meal service with Mile High Tea

Seasonal menus

Offerings vary by route and season

Premium Economy

Enhanced dining experience featuring three main meal choices served on real china with linen presentation.

Expanded beverage selection includes rosé wine and additional beer brands. Pre-order service available for main courses.

A passenger is being served a Virgin Atlantic meal consisting of scrambled eggs, sausages, mushrooms, a cherry tomato, fruit salad, yogurt, a pastry, and a cup of coffee on the tray table. — Photo: Virgin Atlantic

Bottom Line

Virgin Atlantic delivers exceptional value with complimentary food and drinks across all classes, highlighted by their signature Mile High Tea and unique Bloody Mary.

Economy passengers receive proper meal service with seasonal highlights, such as marinated chicken and mushroom macaroni cheese, plus a full bar featuring premium spirits.

The Change Please coffee partnership and sustainable cocktail options show their commitment to social responsibility.

FAQs

What drinks are served on Virgin Atlantic flights?

All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are complimentary, including Nice wines, premium spirits (such as Bombay Sapphire gin and Jack Daniel’s bourbon), Lucky Saint alcohol-free beer, Change Please coffee, Twinings tea, and a signature Bloody Mary mix.

What meals are served on Virgin Atlantic flights?

Economy class receives complimentary full meal service, including a starter, a choice of two hot mains (one vegetarian), dessert, and Mile High Tea. Current seasonal highlights include marinated chicken breast in sunblush tomato cream sauce and porcini garlic mushroom macaroni cheese.

Can I pre-order my meal on Virgin Atlantic flights?

Yes, passengers in Upper Class, Premium, and Economy Delight can pre-order their main course from a special menu up to 24 hours before departure.

This service provides a wider selection of meals, including exclusive options not available on board.

What special dietary meals are available on Virgin Atlantic flights?

Virgin Atlantic caters to various dietary needs with options such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, kosher, and halal meals.

These special meals can be requested during the booking process or through the “Manage My Booking” section at least 24 hours before departure.

What is Virgin Atlantic’s Mile High Tea?

Virgin Atlantic’s signature British afternoon tea features finger sandwiches, traditional scones with clotted cream and jam, chocolate truffles, and proper tea. Available on most long-haul flights across all classes.