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 five to ten pounds 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 to 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 and sandwiches | £5.00 to £6.50 |
| Tea and coffee | Soft drinks and juices | £2.40 to £3.00 |
| Small snack (biscuits/nuts) | Alcoholic drinks | £5.50 to £25.00 |
| Premium snacks | £2.00 to £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.
| Category | Examples | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Soft Drinks | Coke, Sprite, Fanta, Harrogate Water | £2.40 to £2.50 |
| Hot Drinks | Grind Coffee, Birchall Tea, Cadbury Hot Chocolate | £3.20 to £3.75 |
| Beer & Wine | Heineken, Brewdog, Most Wanted Wine | £5.50 to £6.50 |
| Premium Drinks | Prosecco, Champagne, Premium Spirits | £7.00 to £25.00 |
| Item | Price | Avios |
|---|---|---|
| Jason’s Sourdough Ham Hock and Cheddar Toastie | £6.50 | 1165 |
| Jason’s Chicken Salad Sandwich | £5.50 | 985 |
| Jason’s Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Roll | £5.50 | 985 |
| Itsu Chicken Ramen Noodles and Broth | £5.00 | 895 |
| The Spanish Tapas Selection | £6.50 | 1165 |
| Peggy & Leon’s Funfair Adventure Snack Box | £6.50 | 1165 |
| Mr Filbert’s Lemon and Oregano Olives 30g | £2.60 | 465 |
Prices subject to change