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Which Airlines Have Free WIFI?
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Free Wi-Fi on airlines
Wi-Fi being unavailable on flights is becoming increasingly uncommon. Whether you want to keep up with emails, stay in touch with loved ones, or enjoy a wider range of entertainment, Wi-Fi on your flight can accommodate all your needs, allowing for a more relaxed travel experience.
There are many flights that not only offer Wi-Fi but do so for free. So there's no need to feel like your life's been put on pause while you're in the sky. Stay connected without additional costs. These are the airlines that offer free Wi-Fi while onboard.
Airlines with Free Wi-Fi
These are all airlines that offer free Wi-Fi and should all provide easy instructions onboard the flight to get you connected.
JetBlue Airways
JetBlue is currently the only US airline that provides free, high-speed Wi-Fi to its passengers. The entire JetBlue fleet is equipped with 'Fly-Fi', in partnership with Amazon Prime, keeping JetBlue passengers connected whilst in the air. Passengers can stream Amazon Video and other content using Fly-Fi on their personal devices.
Coverage:
The US, the Caribbean and Central America (when flying on Airbus A320 and A321neo), flights to/from London (when flying on Airbus A321).
Speed:
Up to 20Mbps
Norwegian Airlines
Norwegian Airlines, a low-cost carrier based in Europe, offers unlimited free Wi-Fi on intra-European and long-haul flights. For faster, higher-quality Wi-Fi, you can purchase one of their premium Wi-Fi options.
Coverage:
Europe, North Africa, North & South America, Asia.
Speed:
Up to 1.33 Mbps (free)
Emirates Airlines
With Emirates, free Wi-Fi is only available to Emirates Skywards members. Emirates Skywards is a frequent flyer program which is currently being used by over 30 million passengers worldwide.
Coverage:
Africa, Middle East, India
Speed:
Up to 1.17 Mbps
Philippine Airlines
Philippine Airlines provides passengers with 30 minutes of free Wi-Fi or 15 MB of data, however, it's only available on select international aircrafts, including the majority of the A330s, 777-300s, and all A350s serving Manila to London/New York routes.
Coverage:
Available on most of the A330s and 777-300s. Also provided on all A350s flying between Manila and London/New York.
Speed:
Up to 7 Kbps
Qantas
Passengers flying with Qantas will have access to free high-speed Wi-Fi on board all domestic Boeing 737 and Airbus A330 flights within Australia. Free Wi-Fi is available for selected international flights.
Coverage:
All domestic routes within Australia on the Boeing 737 and Airbus A330 aircraft
Speed:
Up to 15 Mbps
Hainan Airlines
Hainan Airlines, a mainland China carrier, offers unlimited free Wi-Fi to all passengers on board the Boeing 787-9 aircraft. There's no limit to how many devices can be connected to the Wi-Fi, meaning you can be connected on your mobile phone and your laptop at the same time if needed.
Coverage:
All routes operated by Hainan Airlines' Boeing 787-9 aircraft
Speed:
Up to 76 Kbps
Nok Air
Free unlimited Wi-Fi is available to everyone onboard all Nok Air flights. This is perfect for business travellers that need to stay connected when travelling regionally within Thailand.
Coverage:
All Nok Air routes within Thailand
Speed:
Up to1.33 Mbps
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand currently provides free Wi-Fi onboard all their Airbus 320neo jets, but there are plans to expand their connectivity to a handful of the 787 aircraft. Having access to Air New Zealand's free Wi-Fi means you can browse the web up in the air, send and receive emails and messages, as well as check and post on social media. To ensure all passengers get their fair share of free Wi-Fi, you won't be able to do video/voice calls or download apps.
Coverage:
Flights to and within Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands when flying on Airbus 320neo aircraft.
Speed:
Up to 4.7 Mbps
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia offers free Wi-Fi to its passengers on domestic and trans-Tasman flights within Australia. The airline was the first of its kind to offer Wi-Fi onboard international flights from Australia and due to its success, decided to roll out Wi-Fi on their domestic flights too, making it easier than ever for everyone to stay connected.
Coverage:
All domestic flights within Australia and trans-Tasman flights (Australia to New Zealand)
Speed:
Up to 1 Mbps
Aer Lingus
When flying with Aer Lingus, free Wi-Fi is available to passengers travelling in business class or AerClub Concierge members. The Wi-Fi is also only available on certain aircraft in Aer Lingus' fleet such as the A330 and A321neoLR aircraft. Once connected, you'll be able to access emails, instant messaging, social media and online shopping. The airline's network provider is Panasonic.
Coverage:
All transatlantic flights, including Dublin to North America East Coast and vice versa
Speed:
Up to 1 Mbps
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Airlines with paid Wi-Fi
Now that you know which airlines offer Wi-Fi for free. Here's a list of flights that will provide it at a cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do planes have Wi-Fi?
Some will, but not all. If the airline you're thinking of travelling with isn't mentioned in our list, check out the airline's webpage to find out if they'll be offering Wi-Fi and for what cost.
Do international flights have Wi-Fi?
It depends. Plenty of long-haul flights will have Wi-Fi, but equally, many won't. If the airline you're looking for wasn't mentioned in our list, check the airline's policies online to see if Wi-Fi will be available.
How do airlines get Wi-Fi?
Airlines with Wi-Fi have special antenna. This connects the plane to ground-based cellular towers or satellites. Thanks to this, planes can stay connected to the internet even when flying over oceans and heavy woodlands.
How fast is plane Wi-Fi?
Airlines tend to get around 15 Mbps, which is a good speed. However, speeds vary depending on the airline and whether you're using their free or premium Wi-Fi.
Instead of WiFi, can I use 5G on my flight?
There is a lot of debate on whether you can use the 5G cellular network on board your flight or not, however, the general consensus is that it depends on the airline you're flying with. When 5G was first deployed in the US at the beginning of 2022, there were many safety concerns about how 5G could potentially interfere with the frequencies used by pilots when operating the aircraft in low-visibility conditions. Some airlines let you use your mobile data on board (after takeoff and before landing). Take a look at our guide on the effect 5G has on flights for more information.
How do I tell if my flight has Wi-Fi?
Check before you book. Airlines should provide details about whether Wi-Fi is available on their flights and for what destinations. If your airline does have Wi-Fi, you will be informed on the plane, but it's likely that you'll want to know before then. So make sure you do your research.
Does business class get free Wi-Fi?
Unfortunately, not all airlines offer free Wi-Fi in their business class. In fact, irritatingly, not all will even have Wi-Fi. If you don't want to miss out on important emails or interrupt your workflow, follow our list on this page, telling you about popular airlines offering free Wi-Fi.
What UK planes have Wi-Fi?
British Airways, the UK's most popular airline, offers Wi-Fi on most of its flights, whether long or short haul. If you'd prefer a more affordable airline, EasyJet also offers Wi-Fi.
Is Wi-Fi free on American Airlines?
No, American Airlines doesn't currently offer Wi-Fi free onboard. High-speed WiFi is available to buy on domestic American Airlines flights, but normal Wi-Fi can be purchased onboard almost all routes with American for as little as $10 USD.
Do United Airlines offer free Wi-Fi?
Soon! From 2025 onwards, United Airlines will start rolling out free Wi-Fi on its flights. For the first few months, they'll be running tests, so don't expect free Wi-Fi on your flight until later in the year.