Rant: I was paying for airport food for years before a stranger in Bangkok set me straight

I always bought a sandwich and drink at the airport before a flight, thinking I had no choice. Last trip, a guy next to me at the gate in Bangkok pulled a full meal from his bag and said, 'The 7-Eleven across the street is a third of the price.' I felt so dumb. I'd spent maybe $15 extra every trip for a decade. What's your go-to cheap airport food spot you wish you knew about sooner?

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carter.terry2mo ago

Remember buying a single banana for five dollars once.

morganhill2mo ago

Got stuck in Denver once with a six hour delay and zero cash left. I ended up eating a whole pack of those peanut butter crackers from a vending machine for dinner. I mean, it was grim, but it cost like two bucks. Now I just shove a bunch of granola bars in my bag's front pocket no matter how short the flight is. Saves me from the overpriced sad salad every single time.

the_christopher2mo ago

Actually, those vending machine crackers are like three fifty now. I mean, it's still cheaper than the real food, but it adds up. I just pack my own stuff too, it's the only way.