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VJML

Vegetarian Jain meal

Strict plant-based Indian-style meal without eggs, dairy, honey, roots, bulbs, or fermented food.

Typical contents

Above-ground vegetables and fruit, rice, pulses, tofu, spices from non-root plants.

Usually excludes

All animal products, eggs, dairy, honey, onions, garlic, potatoes, carrots, ginger root, mushrooms, fermented foods.

QSAI Special Meal Codes, Definitions & Interpretation Guidelines V2.0, as of November 15, 2023

Implementation and names vary by airline and catering kitchen. Always confirm on the operating carrier page.

Airlines that list VJML

  • Singapore Airlines

    Usually at least 24 hours. Some cities need 32 hours; Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Delhi need 56 hours. Kosher needs 56 hours.

    Singapore Airlines Special Meals, as of September 22, 2026

  • Qatar Airways

    At least 24 hours before departure via booking or Manage Booking.

    Qatar Airways Special Meals, as of September 22, 2026

  • Emirates

    Book a dietary meal up to 24 hours ahead through Manage Your Booking. Some dietary meals are unavailable in Economy on flights under two hours. An Emirates FAQ also mentions ordering up to 48 hours before on some paths; check Manage Your Booking for your flight.

    Emirates Dietary Requirements, as of September 22, 2026

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