Virgin Atlantic Meals: Your Guide To Inflight Dining

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.

Pre Select & Upper Class

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Economy Class

You’ll start with a welcome cocktail or beers, wines, and spirits, as well as soft drinks. All meals and drinks are complimentary on Virgin Atlantic.

The meal service will include a cold starter, a choice of two main dishes (one will be vegetarian), and will follow with a coffee/tea and dessert service.

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

Premium Economy

Recent additions include a chicken lasagne, pork stew, and tofu curry. Don’t miss the British cheese plate or the choice of sweet or savory Mile High Tea.

Passengers can choose from three main meal choices served on real china, and presented on linen cloths.

Premium economy beverages closely resemble those available in economy class, with the inclusion of a Rosé wine and an expanded selection of three additional beer brands.

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

FAQs

What drinks are served on Virgin Atlantic flights?

The following drinks are served on Virgin Atlantic:

White & Red Wine
Brewdog Lost Lager
Eristoff Vodka
Bombay Sapphire Gin
Carta Blanca Rum
Bacardi Cuatro Rum
Dewars Whisky
Jack Daniels Bourbon
Coke Products
Fever-Tree Lemonade
Fever-Tree Ginger Ale
Fever-Tree Tonic Water
Orange Juice
Apple Juice
Cranberry Juice
Tomato Juice
Still & sparkling water

What meals are served on Virgin Atlantic flights?

Virgin Atlantic offers a variety of meals based on travel class and flight duration.

Economy and Premium Economy passengers enjoy complimentary meals and beverages, including a choice of main courses.

Upper Class passengers receive gourmet, multi-course meals designed by top chefs, featuring a wide range of international cuisines.

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.

How do I request a special meal on Virgin Atlantic?

Special meals can be requested through the “Manage My Booking” section on the Virgin Atlantic website or app.

You need to provide your booking reference and make the request at least 24 hours before your flight’s departure to ensure your dietary requirements are met.