Emirates to Operate World’s Largest Starlink Enabled International Widebody Fleet
- Joe Breitfeller
- 3 hours ago
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Emirates has today announced that they will be bringing ultra-fast Starlink connectivity on 232 Boeing 777 and A380 aircraft. The carrier will offer free Starlink Wi-Fi for guests, starting with their first Boeing 777 commercial flight on November 23, 2025.
On Monday (November 17, 2025), Emirates announced that they will deploy Starlink Wi-Fi across their entire in-service fleet, starting with Boeing 777 aircraft in November 2025 and the rollout to be completed by mid-2027. The complimentary, ultra-fast service will deliver ground-quality internet, reinforcing the airline’s long-standing commitment to industry-leading inflight connectivity. With Starlink connectivity, Emirates' guests will be able to stream content, play games, make calls, work, and browse social media throughout their journey, on both seatback screens and personal devices simultaneously. The Starlink Wi-Fi service on Emirates will be free for all customers, across all cabins on Starlink-equipped aircraft, with simple one-click access that requires no payment or special Skywards membership.
In Monday’s announcement, Emirates Airline’s President, Sir Tim Clark, 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 inflight 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’ philosophy is simple but powerful: we strive to deliver consistency. While others peddle a confusing mix of products across a varied fleet, we want all our customers to be able to enjoy Emirates’ best products and not only on certain routes or aircraft types. That’s why we’re investing so heavily in our retrofit programme.
“The most advanced connectivity, exceptional cabins, extensive entertainment, and world-class service from our talented Cabin Crew - all of these elements reflect our substantial investment and commitment to raising the bar on what air travel should be.”
Also commenting on Emirates partnership with Starlink, SpaceX’s VP – Starlink Business Operations, Chad Gibbs, said,
“With Starlink onboard your Emirates flight, you’ll be able to stream, game, and have seamless video calls, just as you can do on the ground. We’re excited to transform Emirates’ travel experience and support the rapid installation of Starlink while maintaining focus on delivering overall quality of service.”
Emirates will install Starlink on their entire in-service fleet, a total of 232 aircraft, over the next two years. Starlink has already been installed on a Boeing 777-300ER, tail number A6-EPF, which is currently on display at the Dubai Airshow. The first commercial passenger flight with Starlink will depart immediately following the Airshow as A6-EPF re-enters service, marking the start of an accelerated fleet-wide rollout. Emirates will equip approximately 14 aircraft per month with Starlink, with installation on the Airbus A380 fleet starting in February 2026.
Source: Emirates