Full-service carrier Jet Airways airlines said on Wednesday that it will no longer be providing free meals to passengers opting for the lowest fares. The move will be implemented on Jet Airways’ domestic flights on its Economy class from bookings done from September 25 onwards. The unbundle plan covers the 'Economy Light' and 'Economy Deal' categories in the domestic sector, the airline said, adding however flyers will continue to get free beverages, including tea and coffee.

The airline said following this, its tickets in these two buckets will become cheaper as the cost of meals in inclusive of the ticket fare now. "From September 25, guests travelling in the Economy and booking 'Light'/'Deal' fares for travel from September 28 on its domestic flights, will not only be able to avail of competitive low fares but have the opportunity to buy meals from a specially curated on-board menu," Jet Airways said, adding complimentary beverages including tea and coffee will be served to all guests in the Economy 'Light'/'Deal' fares." However, free meals will be available to economy class passengers on international flights, irrespective of the ticket price.