Free alcohol on board an airplane: How passengers can get it

During long-haul air travel, passengers on board expect an airline drink to brighten up their trip. Experts told us how to enjoy a drink without burning a hole in your pocket.

First, passengers on long-haul international flights are offered meals that may already include drinks for free. Many airlines may even give away beer, wine, and spirits for free, The Sun writes.

At the same time, some companies may offer loyal customers bonuses such as coupons that can be used on their flights. "If you're delayed, sometimes the gate agent can give you a voucher that you can give to the (flight attendant) for a drink," experts say.

In addition, first-class passengers can also get a bonus. For example, some tickets include alcohol. However, if you can't drink for free, experts say passengers can still pay for reasonable prices.

"If you can afford the cost of the ticket, you can probably afford the $6-8 they charge you for a beer or wine, or the $9-10 they charge you for a cocktail," travel experts say.

At the same time, they note that you shouldn't give flight attendants small souvenirs in exchange for a free drink. It is said that the days of thinking that a small gift would bring you better treatment are long gone.

"When you go up to 35,000 feet, you have to make some compromises, so if you're craving a really well-made cocktail, wait until you're back on the ground," they say.