Aer Lingus offers the following special meals on long haul flights for pre order. It’s best to arrange your special meal at least 48 hours before departure.
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: 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: GFML
The GFML or Gluten-Free meal is designed for those who suffer from celiac disease or can’t tolerate gluten in their diet. Grains such as wheat, rye, oats, bran and barley are eliminated from these special meals as well as flours starches and semolina.
IATA Code: KSML
The KSML or Kosher Meal is a meal where the food is chosen, prepared and served in accordance with Jewish religious guidelines. The meals are packaged in double wrapping which allows the meals to be heated in the aircraft oven that is non-kosher.
IATA Code: LFML
The LFML or Low Fat meal is a meal of limited fat and cholesterol suited to people who wish to follow a low-fat restricted diet.
IATA Code: NLML
Aer Lingus offers a LLNL meal which has low levels of lactose.
IATA Code: LSML
The LSML or Low Salt meal is suited for people with high blood pressure, heart disease, fluid retention or kidney problems. No salt will be used during the preparation of food, and airlines try to avoid using food that contains added salt.
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.
IATA Code: VLML
The VLML or vegetarian lacto ovo meal is a vegetarian special meal with the added addition of eggs and dairy.
IATA Code: VGML
The VGML or vegetarian meal is a meal option for passengers who wish to consume meals free of animal products. Vegans and vegetarians can order this option on their next flight, it is quite a standard meal option that is widely available for you to pre-order.
FAQs
What is the process for ordering a special meal on Aer Lingus?
To order a meal follow these steps:
During the booking process, select your meal preference when prompted.
If you’ve already booked your flight, log in to the Aer Lingus website and go to the “Manage Trip” section.
Find your booking and select the option to add or change your meal preferences
Choose the appropriate meal from the list of special meals and confirm your selection.
Ensure that you request the meal at least 48 hours before your flight departure.
Are there options for children’s meals or infant meals on Aer Lingus flights?
Yes, Aer Lingus provides options for children’s meals (CHML) and infant meals (BBML).
Children’s meals are designed to be child-friendly and are available on long-haul flights. Infant meals typically include jarred baby food suitable for infants.
What is the deadline for ordering a special meal on Aer Lingus, and can I make changes to my order?
Special meals should be ordered at least 48 hours before the flight departure. Changes to your meal request can also be made up to this deadline.
After this time, it might not be possible to accommodate changes due to catering constraints.
Are there any additional charges for special meals on Aer Lingus?
No, Aer Lingus does not charge extra for special meals. These meals are offered as part of the inflight service on long-haul flights only.
How can I ensure that my special meal request has been confirmed?
After requesting a special meal, you should receive a confirmation email. Additionally, you can check the status of your meal request in the “Manage Trip” section of the Aer Lingus website.
If in doubt, contact Aer Lingus customer service to confirm your meal request.