Airline Special Services (Meals)

Complete reference of airline special meal SSR codes and their Amadeus commands — used in reservations, ticketing, and GDS systems.

This airline meal codes reference provides a complete list of Special Service Request (SSR) meal codes used in airline reservations and GDS systems such as Amadeus, Galileo, and Sabre.

Find common airline special meal codes such as VGML for Vegetarian Meal, AVML for Asian Vegetarian Meal, BBML for Baby Meal, CHML for Child Meal, MOML for Muslim Meal, and KSML for Kosher Meal. The table also includes the corresponding Amadeus SSR command for each meal code — making this reference practical for travel agents, airline professionals, and GDS users.

📋 Airline Meal Codes Table

How to Use Airline Meal SSR Codes in Amadeus

To request a special meal in an Amadeus booking, use the SR command followed by the meal SSR code. The simplest form is:

For a specific passenger and segment, extend the command with the relevant references:

• SR – Special Service Request command
• VGML – The meal SSR code
• -P1 – Passenger 1 (use -P2, -P3 for others)
• /S2 – Segment 2 of the itinerary

After saving with ER, the airline will confirm the request with either HK (confirmed) or UN (unable to confirm) status. Always check the status before departure.

Meal Request Deadlines

Most airlines require special meals to be requested well in advance. Common deadlines are:

• 24 hours before departure — for most standard meal codes
• 48 hours before departure — for Kosher (KSML), Muslim (MOML), and special medical meals
• 72 hours or more — for certain destinations or airline-specific rules

Late requests may be rejected by the airline, and no meal will be loaded for the passenger. Always check the fare rules or contact the airline when in doubt.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an airline meal code?
An airline meal code is a 4-letter Special Service Request (SSR) code used to request a specific meal — such as VGML for Vegetarian Meal, MOML for Muslim Meal, or KSML for Kosher Meal.

How do I request a special meal in Amadeus?
Use the SR command followed by the meal SSR code and passenger reference. For example: SR VGML-P1.

How far in advance should I request a special meal?
Most airlines require at least 24–48 hours before departure. Some meal types and destinations require up to 72 hours.

Are special meals free of charge?
Yes, on full-service carriers they are free. Low-cost airlines and very short flights may not offer them.