India, May 11 -- Delta Air Lines has decided to remove all food and beverage service from roughly 450 daily flights beginning May 19, a move that is expected to bring some changes to the onboard experience for travelers on shorter routes. Flights under 349 miles will no longer include snacks, drinks, or meals in Delta Main Cabin and Delta Comfort, marking a significant expansion from the airline's previous 250-mile cutoff.

The policy shift affects several high-traffic short-haul routes, including flights such as Los Angeles to San Francisco. Delta confirmed that passengers flying 350 miles or more will continue receiving the carrier's full snack and beverage offerings.

"Beginning May 19, Delta is adjusting onboard beverage service to cr...