Lufthansa Group Goes Full Starlink: Free Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi Coming to 850+ Aircraft Across ALL Airlines!
As of January 2026, the group has officially confirmed plans to equip its massive fleet of around 850 aircraft with SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet technology. This massive upgrade covers all airlines in the Lufthansa Group, including:
- Lufthansa Airlines (the flagship German carrier)
- SWISS International Air Lines (Switzerland’s premium airline)
- Austrian Airlines (Austria’s flag carrier)
- Brussels Airlines (Belgium’s national airline)
- Eurowings (Germany-based point-to-point value/low-cost carrier)
- ITA Airways (Italy’s flag carrier, with Lufthansa holding a 41% stake and ongoing integration toward majority control)
- Discover Airlines (Germany’s long-haul leisure airline)
- Air Dolomiti (Italian regional specialist)
- Edelweiss Air (Swiss leisure/regional carrier, sister to SWISS)
Plus regional feeders like Lufthansa CityLine and Lufthansa City Airlines, and strategic partners such as the equity investment in SunExpress (joint venture with Turkish Airlines).
Installation kicks off in the second half of 2026, with the first flights offering this ultra-fast service expected soon after. The phased upgrade will continue across existing planes and all new deliveries, targeting full fleet completion by 2029. Once rolled out, no other European airline group will have more Starlink-equipped aircraft!
What does this mean for passengers?
- Ground-like speeds — seamless HD/4K streaming, lag-free video calls (Zoom, Teams), cloud-based work, gaming, large file uploads/downloads, and more.
- Available in ALL classes — from economy to business and first, no more slow or unreliable Wi-Fi.
- Completely free for anyone with a Miles & More Travel ID (super easy and free to create) or those with status in the frequent flyer program. No extra fees for basic or premium connectivity!
This bold move comes as Lufthansa celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026, symbolizing a forward-looking commitment to redefining the premium travel experience. In an era where constant connectivity is non-negotiable, Lufthansa is ditching outdated systems for Starlink’s low-Earth orbit satellites, delivering unmatched bandwidth and ultra-low latency even at cruising altitude.
The industry is watching closely—this isn’t just an upgrade; it’s setting a new benchmark. With competitors like Qatar Airways, Emirates, United, and others already on board with Starlink, Lufthansa Group’s scale (especially across diverse carriers from premium hubs to leisure and regional ops) could accelerate the shift toward free, high-speed Wi-Fi becoming standard in commercial aviation.
Imagine boarding a long-haul flight from Frankfurt, Zurich, Vienna, Brussels, or Rome: fire up Netflix, join a work call, edit documents in the cloud, or game without interruptions. The skies are about to feel a lot more connected! 🚀
Here are some visuals to get you excited:
What do you think—will this change how you fly with Lufthansa Group airlines? Drop your thoughts below! 👇
