Passengers planning to use these two airlines have every reason to be airsick.
Spirit Airlines and Allegiant Air fared worst in a survey that compares the chow served to economy-class passengers taking domestic flights.
“Not too much in terms of healthy options,” at Spirit Airlines, said Charles Platkin of DietDetective.com, which asks major carriers to hand over nutritional data for their onboard fare, and then rates the airlines’ choices.
“Watch out for the Nuggets & Nuts at 600 calories, and all the muffins are at least 400 calories — not the best choice unless you split one,” he said. “Bringing your own food is the best option.”
Both Spirit and Allegiant scored measly grades of 1¹/₂ out of five stars, bringing up the rear among the dozen airlines surveyed.
“The snack boxes are not great in terms of health — and not just calorie-wise,” he said of Allegiant. “Overall, the turkey sandwich without cheese is a good choice for the West Coast.
“On the East Coast, go with the hummus, but you’ll probably want to make sure you bring a sandwich for yourself.”
Snacks include 3.4 ounces of Peanut M&M’s, which run 490 calories.
Virgin America and Air Canada finished tied for top marks, with 4¹/₂ out of five stars.