flydubai set to roll out Starlink Wi-Fi from 2026

Dubai budget carrier flydubai is launching Starlink Wi-Fi across its fleet, offering passengers free high-speed internet to browse seamlessly while onboard.

An agreement between flydubai and SpaceX was inked at Dubai Airshow 2025, announcing Starling as the inflight connectivity provider for the airline's fleet of Boeing 737 aircraft. 

"Reliable connectivity has become essential and our partnership with Starlink allows us to meet the evolving expectations of today’s travellers," said Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai. "As we continue to expand our fleet and network, innovation remains at the heart of our strategy."

flydubai aims to bring the service to majority of its fleet in 2026, with installation of 100 aircraft. 

Chad Gibbs, Vice President of Starlink Business Operations, SpaceX, expressed excitement at bringing Starlink to the entire flydubai fleet. "Starlink is committed to providing seamless internet on board so passengers and crew have improved and memorable experiences as they work and travel," he added.
 
Daniel Kerrison, Senior Vice President of Inflight Operations at flydubai, said: “Fast, free internet isn’t just a game changer for our customers, it also gives our crew the real-time data and information they need to deliver an exceptional travel experience. Dubai has established itself as a city that inspires innovation and world-class hospitality, and Starlink is another powerful enabler in our ambition to bring the world to Dubai and share the spirit of our home with the world.”
 
It comes a day after Emirates announced its decision to roll out Starlink Wi-Fi across its entire in-service fleet, starting with Boeing 777 aircraft this month. The upgrade is set to be fully completed by mid-2027.