A haven for vegans: which airlines offer vegan menus

More and more people around the world are opting for a plant-based diet, so airlines are forced to keep up with the times. However, in most cases, passengers on many airlines still need to order vegan meals at least 24 hours before departure.

Emirates is one of the airlines that offers a wide range of plant-based meals on board. The airline has been serving vegan meals since the 1990s, and in recent years has increased the number of vegan meals on board by 154%, writes SimpleFlying.

Emirates can be called a real paradise for vegans, as it offers more than 180 vegan recipes on board, but the meals vary depending on the flight, season, and destination. Also, on Emirates flights, passengers must order vegan meals 24 hours before departure in all classes of travel. However, on high-demand routes, the airline notes that plant-based meals are also available as part of the main menu.

Another airline noted by experts is Swiss International Air Lines, which offers a variety of options for vegan travelers. It is noteworthy that since 2016, the airline has been cooperating with Hiltl, the world's oldest vegetarian restaurant, founded in 1898.

In addition to vegan burgers, the airline offers a wide range of vegan dishes, including bulgur salad with radishes and cherry tomatoes and vegan date balls with cocoa and coconut from Noshballs. It is worth noting that the choice of dishes may vary depending on the duration of the flight and the destination. Moreover, the airline allows pre-booking of special meals, which are free of charge and can be ordered up to 24 hours before departure.

Another airline in the field of vegan food is United Airlines, one of the leading airlines. On board its aircraft, vegan options have expanded significantly and now cater to almost every taste.

Last year, United Airlines further expanded its plant-based food offerings with the addition of a new vegan breakfast. This option, made with vegan cheese and harissa paste, is now available on US domestic flights on long haul flights. Again, as with other airlines, special meals at United must be ordered at least 24 hours before departure.