Xiamen Airlines is a Chinese airline headquartered in Xiamen, Fujian Province. It is the first airline in China to operate independently as an enterprise. The airline operates a fleet of over 200 aircraft and flies to over 150 destinations in Asia, Europe, and North America.
ECONOMY CLASS
Passengers in economy class on long haul routes can expect up to three main meal choices for the first meal service, and two meal options for the second meal service.
There’s always a local Chinese option offered as well as chicken or fish options. Meals will be served with a side salad, fruit and dessert.
On shorter flights, passengers will receive hot meal boxes, or snacks depending on your flight time.
SPECIAL MEALS
Here’s how you can apply for special meals and a detailed look at the types of meals available:
How to Apply for Special Meals
Passengers can request special meals through the Xiamen Airlines official website, the Xiamen Airlines app, or the WeChat official account.
The application deadlines are as follows:
- Flights originating from Chinese mainland: Apply no later than 24 hours before departure.
- Flights originating from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, and outside China: Apply at least 48 hours before departure.
List of Special Meals
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 travelers, 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.
INFLIGHT DRINKS
Depending on your flight destination and cabin class, Xiamen Airlines typically offers the following in-flight drinks:
Category | Drink Options |
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Whiskies | Johnnie Walker Platinum Label Blended Scotch Whisky 18 years old, Chivas Regal Mixed Malt Whisky 12 years old, Glenfiddich Single Malt Whiskey 15 years old |
Cognac | Martell Cordon Bleu, Martell Noblige |
Liqueurs | Baileys |
Beer | Yanjing Beer, Kaicerdom Dark Lager Beer, Snow Beer, Heineken |
Tea | Tieguanyin, Lapsang Souchong, Jasmine Tea, Jasmine Tea Bag, Long Jing Tea, Green Tea Lemon, Earl Grey Tea, English Breakfast Tea, Robe Tea, Jinjunmei, Cassia Tea |
Coffee | Instant Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Ishijah Drip Coffee, Lucaffe Coffee, Black Coffee |
Milk Drinks | MUH Pure Milk, Yili Pure Milk, Whole Milk Powder, Yili Yogurt, Emmi Yogurt |
Soft Drinks | Coca Cola, Coke Zero, Sprite, Soda Water, Tonic Water, Kunlun Snow Mountains Mineral Water, Orange Juice, Grape Juice, Mango Pomelo Juice, VITA COCO Pure Coconut Water, Tomato Juice, Coarse Grain Protein Drink, Coconut Water, Blueberry Juice, Olive Juice, Glucose Drink, Herbal Tea |
FAQS
What meals are offered in Economy Class on Xiamen Air?
Xiamen Air provides complimentary meals in Economy Class, which vary depending on the duration and timing of the flight.
Passengers can expect a choice of hot meals that often feature both Chinese and Western dishes on long-haul flights.
For shorter flights, light snacks or cold meals are typically served.
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.