Qatar Airways extends pre-order meals to medium-haul flights for premium passengers

Qatar Airways has expanded its Pre-Order Meal Service to medium-haul flights of two hours or more for First and Business Class passengers. Travel Weekly reported that the change gives these passengers more choice across a significantly larger share of the airline's network.

The Centre for Aviation, in a report on centreforaviation.com, dated the expansion to 10-Nov-2026. It said passengers can pre-order meals between 14 days and 24 hours before departure through the carrier's website or app.

According to Travel Weekly, passengers select their main course from the onboard à la carte menu on confirmed bookings. They do so through Manage Booking (My Trips) on the airline's website or app. Travel Weekly added that on select routes the service also includes additional signature dishes from the carrier's Flavours to Fly For collection.

Voyages d'affaires reported that the service had until now been available only on a select number of Qatar Airways flights. It said the airline now applies it to medium-haul flights of at least two hours in First and Business class, so a much larger portion of the network is covered. The outlet also said signature dishes from the Flavours to Fly For collection are offered on certain destinations.

Travel Weekly said the airline stated that the expansion reflects its commitment to putting passengers at the centre of its business and delivering tailored experiences throughout the journey.

IndianEagle added practical details for travellers. It said passengers need a confirmed booking and can check the Manage Booking (My Trips) section of the airline's website or app to see whether the service is available for their flight. The outlet said the choices may change depending on where passengers are flying.

IndianEagle also said the new pre-order service is for choosing a main dish from the onboard à la carte menu, and that passengers who need a vegetarian meal or food for certain dietary needs should check the airline's special meal options separately. It said passengers flying through Doha can check the meal choices for each eligible flight.