Westjet offers special meals on all Trans-Atlantic and on flights to Japan.
Order the following special meals at least 24 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: HNML
The HNML or Hindu Non-Vegetarian is a meal for people who follow Hindu custom. Meals are non-vegetarian and cooked Indian style. It’s one of those special meals that confuses a lot of people, people assume because it’s called Hindu that it’s vegetarian but the N stands for non-vegetarian.
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: 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: NLML
The NLNL or Non-Lactose meal is a lactose-free meal for people who are allergic or intolerant to milk and milk products, or those suffering from low lactose levels.
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
Can I order special meals on WestJet?
Yes, WestJet offers special meals only on long haul flights for passengers with specific dietary needs, such as vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary restrictions.
These need to be requested in advance, usually at the time of booking or by contacting customer service.
Does WestJet offer kids’ meals?
Yes, Wesjet offers kids meals for 2 to 7 year olds, these must be pre-ordered and are only available on long haul flights. Baby meals are not available on Westjet flights.
How do I request a special meal on WestJet flights?
Special meals can be requested during the booking process or added to your reservation later through the WestJet website or by contacting customer service. It’s recommended to make requests at least 24 hours before departure.
Does WestJet offer vegan or vegetarian meal options?
Yes, WestJet offers the VGML special meal that is suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
These can be requested during the booking process or by adding it to your reservation later.