FlightWifiEmirates Wi-Fi
Yes, on part or all of the fleet. Whole fleet: Varies by aircraft.
Varies by aircraftSourced from official pages · as of 2026-08
Verdict by aircraft
| Aircraft | Verdict | System |
|---|---|---|
| Whole fleet | Varies by aircraft | Panasonic/Thales GEO on unfitted aircraft; Starlink in service (33 Boeing 777 and 3 A380 flying as of Jul 2026, ~150 aircraft by end of 2026, all 232 777s and A380s by mid-2027) |
Cost and access
- ·Free in all cabins on Starlink-fitted aircraft
- ·On GEO aircraft, free tiers for Skywards members with full access paid or premium-cabin
Emirates Wi-Fi questions
Does Emirates have Wi-Fi?
Yes, on part or all of the fleet. Whole fleet: Varies by aircraft.
Is Emirates Wi-Fi free?
Free in all cabins on Starlink-fitted aircraft; on GEO aircraft, free tiers for Skywards members with full access paid or premium-cabin.
Can you make video calls on Emirates Wi-Fi?
On the aircraft already converted, yes: latency there is roughly 20-50 ms, similar to home broadband. On the tails still running the older high-orbit system, no. Which one you get depends on the aircraft, so check the table above against the plane on your booking.
Sources
- emirates.com /media-centre/gaining-speed-at-40000-feet-emirates-set-to-operate-the-wor…
- awardwallet.com /airlines/emirates-wifi
- gulfnews.com /business/aviation/dubais-emirates-to-offer-free-starlink-wi-fi-on-150-ai…
Facts on this page come from Emirates' own publications and its connectivity provider's announcements, with aviation trade reporting used for corroboration. See the methodology.
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