Wizz Air to Offer Starlink Wi-Fi From 2027

Wizz Air will offer Starlink satellite internet across its entire fleet starting in 2027, becoming the first European ultra-low-cost carrier to do so.

Wizz Air partners with Starlink for in-flight connectivity. The budget airline announced the deal on Monday but did not disclose its terms with SpaceX's Starlink. Installation of the high-speed, low-latency hardware is scheduled to begin next year.

The move positions Wizz Air ahead of European budget rivals that have cited high costs as a barrier.

Budget carriers flag significant expenses for Starlink. Ryanair and EasyJet have previously flagged that offering Starlink's in-flight Wi-Fi comes with significant cost challenges. Ryanair's Michael O'Leary estimated that using Starlink would cost Ryanair up to $250 million a year, including extra fuel.

Starlink expands airline partnerships globally. Starlink has signed deals with several American carriers including American Airlines, Southwest, United and Alaska. It has also partnered with long-haul carriers such as Singapore Airlines and Emirates.

Wizz Air reports passenger growth amid earnings outlook. In May, Wizz Air said it expects to break even or achieve slightly positive full-year earnings for its 2026 financial year that ended March 31. The airline reported 26% passenger growth in May and forecast strong revenue growth for the summer season as its relatively lower prices offset consumer uncertainty linked to the Iran war. It will report its full-year results on Thursday.