How will Delta change snacks on short flights?

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Hans Steiner · Accepted Answer

Delta ends free snacks and drinks on shorter routes

Delta Air Lines will stop serving snacks and drinks on most short flights—defined in the story as trips under 350 miles. The change is paired with expanded service on longer flights.

What travelers should expect

For flights shorter than 350 miles, you may need to plan to purchase your own food and beverages rather than relying on complimentary snacks and drinks.
Delta is adding service to routes that fall outside that short-flight threshold, meaning the policy shift is not a blanket elimination across all flights.

Why it matters for food planning

On short hops, passengers often rely on included items to avoid last-minute airport purchases or to manage meal timing. If you’re traveling for a workday schedule or with kids, the takeaway is to budget for on-board food or bring your own snacks.

No additional details were provided in the excerpt about what, exactly, will still be offered (for example, whether water is still provided) or when the policy takes effect. Those specifics would need to be confirmed via Delta’s flight and service updates.