Qatar Airways Expands Pre-Select Dining to Flights as Short as Two Hours

First and Business Class passengers can choose their main courses up to 14 days before departure, with additional dining options available on selected routes.

Qatar Airways has expanded its pre-select dining service to eligible medium-haul flights lasting two hours or longer, allowing First and Business Class passengers to choose their meals before departure rather than making their selections exclusively on board.

The airline announced the expansion on November 10, 2026, extending the service to a wider range of international routes as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance onboard hospitality and offer passengers a more personalized travel experience.

Passengers with confirmed reservations can select their preferred main course from the available onboard menu between 14 days and 24 hours before departure.

Selections can be made through the “Manage Booking” or “My Trips” sections of the Qatar Airways website or mobile application, without needing to contact the airline directly.

On selected routes, passengers can also choose from additional dishes featured in the airline’s exclusive “Flavours to Fly For” collection, designed to enhance its premium inflight dining experience.

The expanded service allows premium passengers to plan their dining experience in advance, particularly on medium-haul flights where meal service takes place within a shorter timeframe than on long-haul journeys.

It also gives travelers an opportunity to review available menu options before departure and select meals that best suit their preferences.

However, the expansion does not include Economy Class passengers, and Qatar Airways has not published a comprehensive list of all eligible routes.

Travelers are therefore advised to check whether the pre-select dining option is available through their booking and complete their selections at least 24 hours before departure.