Wizz Air will begin rolling out Starlink connectivity across its fleet in 2027, making the Hungarian low-cost carrier one of the first ultra-low-cost airlines in Europe to commit to satellite internet for passengers. The airline said the programme will bring high-speed, low-latency onboard connectivity and marks the start of a phased installation campaign rather than a single fleetwide switch.
The move adds a new technical layer to Wizz Air’s product offering at a time when budget airlines have generally been slower than full-service carriers to adopt onboard Wi‑Fi, largely because of cost concerns. The airline framed the initiative as the beginning of the end for airplane mode, signalling a shift towards always-on connectivity during flights.
Wizz Air’s decision also places it alongside a growing group of European carriers moving toward satellite internet, while rivals such as Ryanair and easyJet have held back. The rollout timetable remains incomplete, with no aircraft-by-aircraft schedule or final commercial terms disclosed.