Know exactly what food and service you’ll get on Virgin Australia flights – from complimentary Business Class café-style dining to Economy buy-on-board options.
What’s Included
| Class | What You Get | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Class | Complimentary tea, coffee, water + buy-on-board menu | Free beverages, paid food |
| Business Class | Welcome drink + choice of 2 café-style meals + full beverage service | Complimentary |
Economy Class
Virgin Australia operates a buy-on-board program with complimentary Madame Flavour tea, Grinders coffee, and water.
A range of hot and cold snacks, meals, and beverages is available for purchase.
Economy Class (Long Haul)
When flying on Qatar Airways-operated flights with Virgin Australia flight numbers, passengers experience Qatar Airways’ inflight service.
Read our comprehensive Qatar Airways economy class food review to see what to expect.
Business Class
Virgin Australia’s business-class dining is designed to bring the sophistication of a modern café to the skies.
Once onboard, you’re greeted with a welcome drink, your choice of juice, water, or bubbles.
Current Menu Examples
| Dish | Description |
|---|---|
| Beef Quesadilla | With charred corn salsa – bold, hearty, and spicy |
| Waffles with Rhubarb Mascarpone | Sweet and indulgent breakfast treat |
| Passionfruit Mango Pancake Stack | Light, fruity, and bursting with tropical flavours |
| Chicken Noodle Salad | With nuoc nam dressing – fresh and zesty with Southeast Asian twist |
| Pork in Sticky Lemon Sauce | Perfect balance of savoury and tangy flavours |
Service Details
Meal Choices: 2 hot options using fresh, locally sourced Australian ingredients
Beverages: Complimentary premium coffee, tea, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages
Vegetarian Options: Available onboard (subject to availability)
Special Meals: Not available for pre-order – menu designed to cater to various tastes
Menu Updates: Refreshed seasonally with contemporary flavours
Bottom Line
Virgin Australia offers complimentary beverages in Economy, along with buy-on-board food options.
In contrast, Business Class offers full, complimentary café-style dining, featuring local Australian ingredients, welcome drinks, and a comprehensive beverage service with seasonally updated menus.
FAQs
What is included in Virgin Australia’s Business Class dining experience?
Virgin Australia’s Business Class dining offers a contemporary café-style experience in the sky.
Passengers are greeted with a welcome drink (juice or water) and served a choice of two freshly prepared hot meals, plated by the cabin crew for a restaurant-style presentation.
A variety of beverages is available, including coffee, tea, and alcoholic options.
Can I order a special meal in Business Class on Virgin Australia?
It’s currently not possible to pre order special meals in Business Class. The two hot meal options are designed to cater to various tastes
How often does Virgin Australia update its Business Class menu?
Virgin Australia’s Business Class menu is refreshed seasonally, with new dishes introduced to reflect fresh, contemporary flavours and locally sourced Australian ingredients.
Are beverages complimentary in Virgin Australia’s Business Class?
Yes, beverages are complimentary for Business Class passengers on Virgin Australia.
Depending on the flight duration and time of day, the selection includes water, juices, soft drinks, premium coffee and tea, and a range of alcoholic beverages.
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About Virgin Australia
- Founded: 2000
- Website: https://www.virginaustralia.com/