Will I get a free Biscoff? How about some pretzels? Not on Delta's short-haul flights, says the airline Published May 7, 2026 11:10AM (EDT) The silhouette of a commercial airplane flies over skyscrapers (Marcos del Mazo/LightRocket via Getty Images) If you’re thinking about boarding a Delta flight on an empty stomach, think again. Especially if your journey is brief. Delta Air Lines announced Tuesday that it will end its complimentary snack and beverage service on short-haul flights starting May 19. Service will no longer be provided to passengers seated in the economy cabin on flights of less than 350 miles. Passengers flying first class, however, will still be able to enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks, regardless of flight distance. It seems like asking for a free treat or two is simply too big a request now. You’ll need to pay up ahead of time if you’d like to indulge in a measly packet of Biscoff cookies or extra salty pretzels. How very 2026 of Delta.…