Emirates to deploy Starlink WiFi across all in-service aircraft; Boeing 777 commercial flight on 23 November will be the first to include Starlink WiFi

Today, Emirates has officially announced that it will be introducing Starlink WiFi across all in-service aircraft. The airline plans to install Starlink on all its in-service fleet, comprising 232 aircraft, in the next two years.

BREAKING: Emirates is introducing @Starlink WiFi across all in-service aircraft, with the first installation already completed and on display at @DubaiAirshow 2025. https://t.co/ypFFhQqapW pic.twitter.com/pLSHnIzEsL

— Emirates (@emirates) November 17, 2025

Emirates has already equipped its first aircraft with Starlink on A6-EPF, the Boeing 777-300ER. This aircraft is currently on display at the Dubai Airshow, where visitors can experience high-speed connectivity firsthand while on the round.

It is revealed that the first Emirates commercial passenger flight with Starlink will depart (on 23 November) immediately following the Airshow as A6-EPF re-enters service. The airline will fit out approximately 14 aircraft per month with Starlink, with installation on the Airbus A380 fleet commencing in February 2026.

Commenting on the Starlink integration, Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline, said: “Partnering with Starlink is another defining moment in our continuous commitment to ensuring our customers fly better. We’re introducing the world’s fastest Wi-Fi, elevating what passengers can expect from in-flight connectivity, like seamless productivity, real-time communication with loved ones, and uninterrupted connection to their digital lives. But that’s just one piece of the transformation happening across our fleet.

Starlink is being installed in tandem with the most ambitious cabin refurbishment programme in aviation, including brand new Premium Economy cabins, an enhanced Business Class, refreshed First Class, expanded and upgraded entertainment system technologies, and now, industry-leading connectivity.”

Emirates will also be making Live TV over Starlink available, initially on personal devices and then on seatback screens from late December 2025.

Customers will be able to enjoy Starlink WiFi service on Emirates absolutely free, across all cabins on Starlink-equipped aircraft, with simple one-click access that requires no payments or special Skywards membership. With Starlink, customers will be able to stream content, game, make calls, work, and browse social media throughout their journey on both seatback screens and personal devices simultaneously.