Economy Class
Xiamen Airlines is a major Chinese airline based in Xiamen, Fujian Province.
The airline offers complimentary inflight food and beverages depending on your flight time.
What to Expect
Long Haul Economy
Multiple meal services featuring Chinese and international cuisine.
The first meal service offers up to three main course choices, while the second service provides two options.
Meals include a side salad, fruit, and dessert for a complete dining experience.
Short & Medium Haul Economy
Service varies by flight duration – hot meal boxes are available on longer routes, while light snacks are offered on shorter flights.
All meals feature a mix of Chinese and Western options.
Business Class
Enhanced multi-course dining experience with premium Chinese and international dishes, including appetisers, main courses, and desserts.
Meals paired with fine wines and premium spirits.
Special Meals
A wide range of dietary options is available, including vegetarian, seafood, diabetic, halal, and child-friendly meals.
All special meals require 24-hour advance notice. Muslim meals have limited route availability.
IATA Code: VOML
The VOML or vegetarian oriental meal is a vegetarian special meal for passengers who prefer an oriental style meal. It won’t contain any animal products, animal-derived ingredients, eggs, or dairy products.
IATA Code: SFML
The SFML or Seafood meal is a meal option for passengers who wish to only eat seafood. These types of meals are becoming rarer on most airlines worldwide, it’s an expensive special meal to create and not always offered.
IATA Code: FPML
The FPML or Fruit Platter meal may be ordered by people who are fasting, or perhaps vegan/gluten-free options are not available and this special meal fits the requirement. Generally, the FPML will contain fresh seasonal fruit only, and it may contain dried fruit without sulphites.
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.
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: 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: 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.
Bottom Line
Xiamen Airlines operates as a full-service carrier with complimentary meals across all classes.
Long-haul flights provide substantial meal services with multiple course choices, whilst shorter routes offer appropriate meal boxes or snacks.
Premium beverage selection includes quality spirits and authentic Chinese teas.
No additional costs for food, beverages, or special dietary meals.
FAQs
Does Xiamen Airlines offer complimentary meals in economy class?
Yes, all meals and beverages are complimentary in economy class, with service levels varying depending on the flight duration.
Can I pre-order special meals on Xiamen Air flights?
Yes, Xiamen Air offers a variety of special meals that can be pre-ordered to accommodate different dietary needs and preferences.
Special meal options include vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, diabetic, kosher, and halal meals.
These meals should be requested at least 24 to 48 hours before departure to ensure they are available.
What dining options are available in Business Class on Xiamen Air?
In Business Class, Xiamen Air offers an enhanced dining experience with a multi-course meal service.
Passengers can enjoy a selection of high-quality Chinese and international dishes, including appetizers, main courses, and desserts.
The meals are often paired with a selection of fine wines, spirits, and other beverages to provide a luxurious dining experience.
Does Xiamen Airlines serve alcohol in economy class?
Yes, premium spirits, including Johnnie Walker Platinum Label and Glenfiddich, are complimentary in economy class.
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About Xiamen Airlines
- Founded: 1984
- Airline Alliance: SkyTeam
- Website: https://www.xiamenair.com/
