"After signing deals with the likes of Air France and United Airlines, Starlink is about to expand into the world of in-flight Wi-Fi even more. This latest development involves two international airlines that are both part of the Oneworld network: British Airways and Iberia. This week, both airlines announced partnerships with the Elon Musk-owned satellite internet company to make Starlink's Wi-Fi available to passengers, with the rollout set to begin in 2026."
"Starlink isn't available on either airline yet, but it is in place on some United flights. How has that worked out? In an article for Tom's Guide published last month, Mark Knapp tested the speed of the in-flight Wi-Fi in the air. He observed connection speeds of "between 150 and 297Mbps," results he dubbed "good for free Wi-Fi just about anywhere, let alone on a plane cruising 30,000 feet in the air.""
Starlink will be added to British Airways and Iberia in 2026, expanding in-flight Wi-Fi through partnerships with the Elon Musk-owned satellite internet company. British Airways links the deal to a broader $7 billion investment program to improve service. Iberia includes Starlink as one of several upgrades planned through 2030. Starlink already operates on some United flights, where speed tests recorded between 150 and 297 Mbps. Passenger reports on Reddit were mostly positive across United, Qatar Airways, and cruise ships, with occasional frustrations but overall satisfaction that suggests a promising rollout for British Airways and Iberia passengers.
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