Delta cuts snacks, drinks on hundreds of short flights

ATLANTA – Delta Air Lines is making changes to its onboard service that will affect passengers on shorter flights this summer.

What we know:

Beginning May 19, the airline will no longer offer complimentary snacks or beverages on routes under 350 miles, a shift that applies to Main Cabin and Delta Comfort+ customers. First class passengers will continue to receive full service, according to People.com.

The update is expected to impact roughly 450 flights each day, including popular short-haul routes such as Atlanta to Charlotte or Atlanta to Nashville.

Under the new structure, flights at or above 350 miles will continue to include standard snack and beverage service, while shorter trips will have no onboard offerings.

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What they’re saying:

Delta says the change is part of a broader adjustment to create a more consistent experience, as shorter flights often allow limited time for cabin service.