Southwest vs JetBlue: Inflight WiFi Compared
This page compares Southwest Airlines and JetBlue on inflight WiFi only. JetBlue offers free WiFi to every passenger. Southwest offers it free to Rapid Rewards members and is starting a Starlink rollout.
| Metric | Southwest Airlines | JetBlue Airways |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Provider | Anuvu (current fleet); Starlink rolling out from summer 2026 | Viasat (Fly-Fi, Ka-band) |
| Free WiFi | Free for Rapid Rewards members on equipped aircraft (since October 24, 2025) | ✓ Free for every passenger on every aircraft |
| Account Needed | Rapid Rewards (free to join); log in at southwestwifi.com | ✓ No loyalty enrollment required |
| Paid WiFi | $8 per flight, per device (non-members) | ✓ None, WiFi is free for everyone |
| Cabins | All seats (single-class cabin) | All cabins |
JetBlue is the simpler choice: WiFi is free for every passenger on every aircraft, with no loyalty account. Southwest is also free, but only for Rapid Rewards members, and non-members pay $8 per flight. Our data lists about 10 Mbps for Southwest's current fleet and no speed figure for JetBlue, so speed is not compared here. Southwest's Starlink rollout is in its first year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Southwest or JetBlue WiFi better?
JetBlue is easier: free for every passenger on every aircraft with no loyalty account. Southwest is free only for Rapid Rewards members, and non-members pay $8 per flight.
Is JetBlue WiFi really free?
Yes. JetBlue Fly-Fi is free for every passenger on every JetBlue aircraft, gate to gate. There is no loyalty enrollment requirement. It is powered by Viasat.
Is Southwest WiFi free?
Free for all Rapid Rewards members on equipped aircraft since October 24, 2025. Rapid Rewards enrollment is free. A T-Mobile plan is not required. Members log in at southwestwifi.com on each device.
Does Southwest have Starlink?
It is starting. Southwest's first Starlink flight, a Boeing 737-800 from Dallas Love Field to Albuquerque, flew on June 22, 2026. The airline targets about 300 aircraft by the end of 2026. Aircraft without Starlink use Anuvu.
How much is Southwest WiFi without Rapid Rewards?
$8 per flight, per device. Layovers need a separate purchase for each leg.