Qantas Rolls Out Economy Class Meal Changes

Sydney, 12th March 2025 – Qantas has unveiled an upgraded international Economy Class meal service, featuring larger meal trays and expanded menu options.

The airline has also launched new seasonal menus across all international cabins and in its First and Business Lounges, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Qantas’s New International Economy Class Dining

Qantas’s latest upgrade to its international Economy Class service introduces incremental but meaningful improvements that passengers will appreciate.

The Qantas Economy Class meal concept introduced in 2014

Building on its last major meal service update in 2014, the airline is now offering meal trays that are 30% larger than the previous white trays.

This expansion creates room for additional sides including cheese, crackers, fresh salads, and desserts.

Although the main meal components remain unchanged, these enhancements add more variety and flexibility, elevating the Economy Class experience.

Premium Cabins and Lounges

Qantas is simultaneously rolling out Autumn menus in its premium cabins and lounges.

The new offerings showcase distinctly Australian cuisine, including Chermoula crusted Margra lamb cutlets, Red wine-braised Wollemi duck, and Seared Humpty Doo barramundi, giving passengers a true taste of Australia.

The beverage program has received similar attention, with the Autumn menu featuring a selection of seasonally inspired cocktails such as the Rhubarb Spritz and Plum on Sour.

A highlight of the new drink menu is The Continental cocktail made from Croissant Gin—a unique collaboration between Lune and Four Pillars.

The collaboration between Lune and Four Pillars has produced a unique Croissant Gin.

In total, the airline is introducing 45 new cocktails across its network, including 15 non-alcoholic options to accommodate all passenger preferences.

Customer-Centric Approach to Inflight Dining

“We’ve worked closely with our customers and crew to develop this new service, which offers a wider range of dishes and sides to create a more generous dining experience,” says Catriona Larritt, Qantas Chief Customer and Digital Officer.

“We know how much our customers appreciate good food while they fly, and we’re proud to share some of the finest Australian ingredients with the world.”

Autumn Menu Highlights for Premium Cabins

International Business:

• Za’atar chicken breast salad with smoked eggplant, roast cherry tomatoes, and lemon dressing
• Red wine braised beef short ribs with potato puree, green beans, and salsa verde
• Dark chocolate mousse with wattleseed strawberries and macadamia

International First:

• Buffalo mozzarella with plum, aged balsamic, witlof, and hazelnuts
• Red braised Wollemi duck with stir-fried cabbage, chestnuts, and jasmine rice
• Margra lamb cutlets with vegetable tagine and coriander yoghurt
• Salted caramel macadamia tart with chocolate ganache

With these enhancements to both Economy Class meal service and premium cabin offerings, Qantas continues to strengthen its reputation for inflight dining excellence across all classes of service.

Photos courtesy of: Qantas, Four Pillars Gin.