On August 19, 2026, Lufthansa operated its first passenger flight with the new Lufthansa Group Wi-Fi powered by Starlink. The aircraft was an Airbus A320neo registered D-AINM. It operated flight LH234 from Frankfurt to Rome, departing Frankfurt at 12:15 p.m. At an altitude of around 10,000 meters, Lufthansa Airlines CEO Jens Ritter activated the new system, officially beginning the rollout. 

How fast is Lufthansa’s new Starlink internet? 

Lufthansa describes the new connection as high-speed broadband internet capable of supporting applications that traditionally require a strong connection on the ground.

Passengers can use it for:

• Web browsing
• Video streaming
• Messaging
• Cloud-based work
• Real-time collaboration
• Other high-bandwidth applications

Lufthansa says the connection can, in many cases, be faster than the internet connection passengers have at home or in their offices. The technology uses Starlink’s low-Earth-orbit satellite network, which is designed to provide higher bandwidth and lower latency than many conventional satellite-based aircraft connectivity systems.

Is Lufthansa Starlink Wi-Fi free? 

Yes, for eligible passengers. Lufthansa Group Wi-Fi is available free of charge to Miles & More members and Travel ID users, regardless of travel class. That means eligible passengers in Economy can use the service just like passengers in premium cabins. Passengers need to sign in using their Travel ID or Miles & More membership to access the complimentary service.

Does it work in every cabin?

Yes. Lufthansa says the new Wi-Fi is available across all travel classes, from Economy through First Class, on aircraft equipped with the system. The important distinction is that not every Lufthansa aircraft has Starlink yet. The rollout is still in its early stages.

How many Lufthansa aircraft will get Starlink?

The project is much larger than the initial A320neo launch. Lufthansa Group plans to equip approximately 850 aircraft across its airlines with Starlink by 2029. The company says this would make Lufthansa Group the largest airline group in Europe to deploy this high-speed connectivity technology across such a large fleet. The rollout will cover both existing aircraft and new aircraft entering the fleet.

Which airlines will get Starlink?

The technology is being introduced across the wider Lufthansa Group. The airlines preparing for the rollout include:

• Lufthansa
• SWISS
• Austrian Airlines
• Brussels Airlines
• ITA Airways
• Edelweiss
• Discover Airlines
• Air Dolomiti
• Lufthansa City Airlines
• Eurowings

The entire Lufthansa Group fleet is targeted for completion by 2029.

When will more Lufthansa aircraft get Starlink?

Lufthansa says up to 10 additional A320-family aircraft operated by Lufthansa and Lufthansa City Airlines are planned to receive the technology during 2026. Installations are primarily being carried out at Lufthansa Technik in Berlin, with the work coordinated with scheduled aircraft maintenance and technical inspections to reduce downtime. The broader rollout will then continue across the Lufthansa Group fleet.

Can passengers stream movies and videos?

Yes. The new connection is specifically designed to support video streaming and other bandwidth-intensive services. Lufthansa says passengers can watch content, work in the cloud and use other high-speed applications during the flight. However, Lufthansa has established onboard usage rules to keep the cabin environment comfortable.

Passengers are asked to:

• Use headphones when watching videos or listening to audio.
• Avoid voice calls and video calls.
• Avoid live streaming from the aircraft.

The restrictions are intended to prevent passengers’ internet use from disturbing other travelers.

Can passengers use multiple devices?

Lufthansa’s current Wi-Fi information says passengers can use the service on all their devices, providing flexibility for people carrying phones, tablets and laptops. The system is intended to provide a continuous connection from departure through arrival on equipped flights.

Can passengers check whether their flight has Starlink?

Not yet in a comprehensive way. Lufthansa currently says the service is available only on selected aircraft and flights, and it is gradually being rolled out. At the beginning of the rollout, passengers cannot yet reliably check availability before a flight. Lufthansa says a flight-search function will be introduced as the service becomes available on more aircraft. So simply booking a Lufthansa flight does not currently guarantee Starlink Wi-Fi.

What happens to FlyNet?

Lufthansa is effectively moving toward a new connectivity experience through Lufthansa Group Wi-Fi powered by Starlink. The airline’s current internet overview lists two onboard options:

1. Lufthansa Group Wi-Fi powered by Starlink
2. FlyNet

The new Starlink-based service is being progressively introduced while the fleet is upgraded.

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