What you’ll get on European flights
Most BA short-haul flights include basic refreshments, but you’ll pay extra for substantial meals and most drinks.
Plan to spend £5-10 per person for meals, or bring your own food to save money.
What to Expect on Your Flight
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Flight duration | Most European routes are 1-3 hours |
| Service timing | Food service typically starts 30 minutes after takeoff |
| Payment options | Cash, contactless card, or Avios accepted |
| Special meals | Limited options available with pre-order |
What’s Free vs What Costs Extra
| What’s Free | What Costs Extra | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Bottle of water | All meals & sandwiches | £5.00 – £6.50 |
| Tea and coffee | Soft drinks & juices | £2.40 – £3.00 |
| Small snack (biscuits/nuts) | Alcoholic drinks | £5.50 – £25.00 |
| – | Premium snacks | £2.00 – £3.50 |
Route Exception
Flights to/from Amman and Cairo: These routes include complimentary meals and full bar service – making them excellent value compared to other European routes.
How to Get Food
| Option | Benefits | How to Order |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-order | Guaranteed availability, Tom Kerridge options | BA High Life Café before flight |
| Buy onboard | No advance planning needed | Cash, card, or Avios – subject to stock |
High Life Cafe
Here are some examples of food and drinks prices and products available inflight.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Mozzarella & Tomato Ciabatta | £6.50 |
| Chicken & Chorizo Ciabatta | £6.50 |
| Simply Lunch BLT Sandwich | £5.50 |
| The Jolly Hog Sausage Bap | £6.50 |
| Pollen + Grace Mexican Burrito Bowl | £6.25 |
| Time for Tea Box (Scone & Cream) | £5.95 |
| Naked Japanese Chicken Noodles 90g | £5.00 |
Drinks & Snacks
| Category | Examples | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Soft Drinks | Coke, Sprite, Fanta, Harrogate Water | £2.40 – £2.50 |
| Hot Drinks | Grind Coffee, Twinings Tea, Hot Chocolate | £3.00 – £3.50 |
| Beer & Wine | Heineken, Brewdog, Most Wanted Wine | £5.50 – £6.50 |
| Premium Drinks | Prosecco, Champagne, Premium Spirits | £7.00 – £25.00 |
Prices subject to change