Wizz Air to offer Starlink internet on flights in historic move

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWizz Air is set to become the first European ultra-low-cost carrier to offer Starlink internet on its flights (AFP/Getty)Wizz Air is set to become the first European ultra-low-cost carrier to offer Starlink internet on its flights. High-speed Starlink Wi-Fi will be available to passengers from 2027, with installation beginning next year. All new-generation Wizz Air aircraft are expected to be equipped with Starlink regardless of route or destination.Starlink, operated by SpaceX, is a satellite internet service that delivers fast broadband using a low Earth orbit.Passengers using Starlink will enjoy “high-speed, reliable, low-latency internet at 30,000 feet”, according to the airline.Wizz Air added: “For years, high-quality onboard connectivity was treated as a luxury perk for premium tickets. Wizz Air is flipping the script by selecting Starlink to bring aviation’s most advanced connectivity solutions to the ultra-low-cost segment.”In fullStarlink wifi to be offered on budget European airline for first timeThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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