Korean Air will begin offering complimentary high-speed in-flight Wi-Fi powered by Starlink on September 15. Passengers on select flights will experience reliable broadband connectivity — so they can stream, work, and stay online in the cabin the same way they would at home.
The service will debut on four newly retrofitted widebody aircraft: three Airbus A350-900s and one Boeing 777-300ER. The aircraft will be deployed on medium- and long-haul routes across the Americas, Europe, and Southeast Asia, as well as on key short-haul flights. The airline plans to progressively expand Starlink connectivity across its in-service fleet by the end of 2027.
Starlink is the world’s most advanced satellite constellation, using low Earth orbit to deliver fast, reliable internet that enables passengers to stream high-definition video and music, play online games, browse the web, and access cloud-based applications. While the network supports these high-bandwidth activities, voice and video calls remain restricted to maintain cabin comfort. Aircraft awaiting retrofit will continue offering the airline’s existing paid Wi-Fi service during the fleet transition.
The launch establishes Korean Air as the first full-service carrier in East Asia to introduce Starlink connectivity, marking an initial milestone in its broader fleet modernisation roadmap ahead of the airline’s merger.
