T'Way Air

T'way Air has the "Least Diverse Menu" for pre-order meals on its Sydney-Seoul routes.

The airline implements a hybrid service model, combining complimentary initial meal service with paid secondary options for the lengthy 10-hour journey.

The limited pre-order menu reflects its operational constraints and strategic inventory decisions, which impact the diversity of meal options.

For the second meal service, there are only two beef based meal choices, making it challenging for passengers with dietary restrictions or preferences to find alternatives.

PRE ORDER OPTIONS

Western Option

Beef Bolognaise Spaghetti (KRW 16,000/~AU$18.00) - Pasta with beef tomato sauceAllergens: Egg (Poultry), Milk, Wheat.

Asian Fusion Beef Curry Rice (KRW 16,000/~AU$18.00) - Rice with beef curry sauceAllergens: Egg (Poultry), Milk, Bean, Wheat

Both options are priced at the higher end of the low cost carrier meal spectrum.

This pricing is comparable to Scoot's entry level offerings but with a dramatically reduced selection.

The absence of poultry, seafood, or vegetarian alternatives represents a significant gap in their menu architecture.

Passengers with religious dietary restrictions (halal, kosher), vegetarians, vegans, or those with beef allergies are left without viable pre-order options for the second meal service.

While T'way Air does provide a complimentary first meal during the initial service between Sydney and Seoul (unusual among low-cost carriers), this benefit is offset by the limited selection for the second meal on what represents a significant flight duration.

Passengers face a binary choice between two beef-based options or bringing their supplementary food for the latter portion of the journey.

Advance planning becomes essential for travellers with dietary requirements beyond the narrow offerings.

As a day flight departing Sydney around lunchtime, passengers can eat before boarding, potentially mitigating the impact of the restricted second meal options.

Additionally, the complimentary first meal provides basic sustenance regardless of pre order selections, making the second meal optional.

T'way Air could significantly improve its meal service value proposition by introducing a single vegetarian or poultry-based alternative to accommodate a wider range of dietary preferences and requirements.