British Airways has announced its customers will soon benefit from Starlink connectivity.
Starlink is a revolutionary Wi-Fi provider, powered by the world’s most advanced satellite constellation that orbits much closer to Earth than those used traditionally, providing even the most isolated areas with a more reliable and faster internet experience.
The airline will start its Starlink rollout in 2026. Once fully fitted, all customers, whichever cabin they’re travelling in, will have free access to the service for streaming, working and keeping in touch.
This is the latest investment to be announced as part of British Airways’ £7bn transformation plan – a programme that’s driven vast improvements across the customer experience since it was announced in 2024. The airline has delivered tangible improvements, including a step-change in punctuality, and customer satisfaction scores consistently improving across onboard service, global lounges, food and drink, check-in, boarding and customer care.
Sean Doyle, British Airways’ Chairman and Chief Executive, described the addition of Starlink connectivity to the BA fleet as a major milestone in the airline’s transformation journey: “We’re continuing to focus on transforming our customer experience. Launching Starlink on both our long-haul and short-haul aircraft is game-changing for us and our customers, elevating their experience on board our flights by offering them seamless connectivity from gate to gate. Especially on short-haul, this will really differentiate us from our competitors.”
“With our new Wi-Fi powered by Starlink, our customers will be able to enjoy lightning-fast, low-lag internet from the moment they board to the moment they land - even over oceans and remote regions. It’s Wi-Fi that feels like home, even at 38,000 feet.”
Doyle has put a relentless focus on the carrier’s transformation, and the airline has now delivered more than 1,000 transformation and investment initiatives.
