Intro
Xiamen Airlines is a major Chinese airline based in Xiamen, Fujian Province.
Known for its excellent service and operational independence, the airline operates a fleet of over 200 aircraft and serves more than 150 destinations across Asia, Europe, and North America.
Economy Class
Long Haul
Passengers can enjoy up to three main meal choices during the first meal service and two options for the second service.
Menus typically include local Chinese dishes alongside chicken or fish-based meals.
Meals are complemented by a side salad, fruit, and dessert, delivering a complete dining experience.
Short/Medium Haul
On shorter flights, passengers are offered hot meal boxes or light snacks, depending on the flight time and duration.
Special Meals
How To Order
Passengers requiring special meals can request them through Xiamen Airlines’ official website, app, or WeChat account.
Deadlines for requests vary.
Flights departing from mainland China
Request no later than 24 hours before departure.
Flights departing from Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, or international destinations
Request at least 48 hours before departure.
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
Xiamen Airlines provides a diverse selection of beverages, including:
Alcoholic Beverages:
Premium whiskies, such as Johnnie Walker Platinum Label and Glenfiddich
Cognac options like Martell Cordon Bleu
Liqueurs, including Baileys
Non-Alcoholic Beverages:
Juices: Orange, passion fruit, tomato, and more
Soft drinks: Coca-Cola, Sprite, and local herbal teas
Teas: A variety of Chinese teas, such as Tieguanyin and Jasmine Tea
Coffee: Options include drip coffee, instant coffee, and decaf
Milk Drinks: Yogurts, coconut water, and pure milk
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.
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About Xiamen Airlines
- Founded: 1984
- Airline Alliance: SkyTeam
- Website: https://www.xiamenair.com/
