STARLINK AVIATION
Which airlines have Starlink WiFi? Track every airline rolling out SpaceX's high-speed, low-latency satellite internet across their fleet.
What is Starlink Aviation?
Starlink Aviation is SpaceX's in-flight connectivity service that uses a constellation of thousands of low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites to deliver high-speed internet to aircraft. Unlike traditional geostationary satellite WiFi, Starlink's LEO network orbits much closer to Earth, resulting in significantly lower latency and faster speeds.
Airlines with Starlink WiFi
Starlink Rollout Progress by Airline
Frequently Asked Questions
Which airlines have Starlink WiFi?
As of 2026, more than 40 commercial airlines have Starlink WiFi including Emirates, Qatar Airways, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, flydubai, and Hawaiian Airlines. Starlink Aviation uses SpaceX's low-earth orbit satellite constellation to deliver high-speed, low-latency internet to aircraft.
Is Starlink WiFi free on flights?
Many airlines offer Starlink WiFi completely free of charge. Emirates, Qatar Airways, and British Airways provide free Starlink WiFi in all cabins. Other airlines offer free access through loyalty programs: United Airlines (MileagePlus members), Southwest Airlines (Rapid Rewards members), Lufthansa Group airlines (Travel ID holders), and Air France (Flying Blue members). Check your specific airline for pricing details.
How fast is Starlink on airplanes?
Starlink Aviation delivers median speeds of 152 Mbps with peaks up to 350+ Mbps and latency around 20-44ms per Ookla benchmarks - fast enough for HD video streaming, video calls, gaming, and large file downloads. Qatar Airways reports speeds up to 500 Mbps. This is significantly faster than traditional satellite WiFi.
How do I know if my flight has Starlink?
Enter your flight number on SeatWiFi.com to check if your specific aircraft has Starlink WiFi. WiFi providers vary by aircraft, so even within the same airline, different planes may have different providers.
What is Starlink Aviation?
Starlink Aviation is SpaceX's in-flight connectivity service using a constellation of low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites. Unlike traditional geostationary satellite WiFi, Starlink's LEO network provides much lower latency and higher speeds, enabling streaming-quality internet at 35,000 feet.
Is United Airlines switching to Starlink?
Yes, United Airlines has 300+ aircraft equipped with Starlink and has served over 7 million passengers across 129,000 flights. United targets 800+ Starlink-equipped aircraft by end of 2026, offering free high-speed WiFi to all MileagePlus members. Check SeatWiFi to see if your specific United flight has been upgraded.
Does Emirates have Starlink WiFi?
Yes, Emirates is deploying Starlink across all 232 widebody aircraft (Boeing 777 and Airbus A380). The first Starlink flight was Nov 23, 2025. Emirates uses an industry-first 3-antenna setup on A380s and installs about 14 aircraft per month. WiFi is free for all passengers. Full fleet completion is expected by mid-2027.
Does Qatar Airways have Starlink?
Yes, Qatar Airways is the most advanced Starlink airline with ~120 widebody aircraft equipped including A350s, 777s, and 787 Dreamliners. Over 11 million passengers have used Starlink on Qatar flights. WiFi is free for all passengers on all equipped aircraft.
Does Hawaiian Airlines have Starlink?
Yes, Hawaiian Airlines has Starlink WiFi. Hawaiian was among the early adopters of Starlink Aviation, providing free high-speed internet on equipped aircraft. Enter your Hawaiian Airlines flight number on SeatWiFi to check availability.