Air India Express has launched a specially curated Onasadya meal for international passengers travelling between Kerala and West Asia during the Onam season.

Available from August 15-31, 2026, the meal can be pre-booked through the airline’s website or app up to 18 hours before departure.

The Gourmair Onasadya features traditional Kerala dishes including Matta rice, parippu, sambar, avial, koottu curry, erissery, thoran, banana chips and Palada Pradhaman.

Served on a banana leaf with Kasavu-inspired packaging, the meal is available on international flights through Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kozhikode and Kannur, connecting Kerala with 13 West Asian destinations. 

P. C. Vishnunadh, Minister for Tourism, Culture and Cinema, Government of Kerala, said: “Onam is one of Kerala's most cherished festivals, embodying the values of togetherness, gratitude, and cultural pride. It is also an occasion to showcase the state's rich culinary traditions and warm hospitality to the world. Through initiatives such as Onasadya on board, the spirit and flavours of Onam can reach travellers across geographies. I appreciate Air India Express for bringing this festive tradition on board and helping share Kerala's cultural heritage with guests from India and abroad."

Sunil Suresh, Head-Marketing, E-commerce, and Loyalty, Air India group said: “Kerala is more than a destination for Air India Express. The state is central to our network and to the communities we serve. As an airline committed to creating meaningful connections between people, places and cultures, we view occasions such as Onam as opportunities to celebrate and share Kerala's traditions with our guests. Through the introduction of the Onasadya on flights connecting Kerala and West Asia, we are marking the festive season while serving the large Malayali community that travels on our network." -TradeArabia News Service