Korean Air, alongside Asiana Airlines, Jin Air, Air Busan and Air Seoul, is introducing Starlink high-speed inflight WiFi to its entire fleet. This marks the first time a South Korean airline will adopt Starlink for inflight connectivity, an initiative that aims to significantly elevate the passenger and crew experience ahead of the airlinesâ full integration.
Starlink, SpaceXâs low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite internet service, delivers peak broadband speeds of up to 500 Mbps, enabling passengers to enjoy seamless streaming, online gaming, video calls, cloud-based work, shopping and messaging. With Starlink, customers across all cabins will have access to fast, reliable inflight WiFi, allowing them to stay connected in the air as effortlessly as they would on the ground. Rollout schedules will vary by carrier, with the earliest service introduction expected as early as the third quarter of 2026.
âConnectivity is an essential part of the travel experience, and with Starlink, our customers will stay connected with fast and seamless internet,â said a Korean Air representative. âAs Koreaâs flag carrier and a leading global airline, we are committed to upgrading our services and infrastructure to deliver an elevated passenger journey as we strive to become the worldâs most loved airline.â
Korean Air and Asiana Airlines will prioritise Starlink installation on their long-haul Boeing 777-300ER and Airbus A350-900 aircraft. Following the integration with Asiana Airlines, the airline plans to complete fleetwide installation by the end of 2027. Jin Air will first equip its Boeing 737-8 aircraft, and Air Busan and Air Seoul will review their fleets to determine installation priority.
Starlink operates more than 8,000 low Earth orbit satellites at approximately 550km altitude, enabling data transfer superior to traditional inflight internet systems that rely on ground stations or geostationary satellites located over 35,000km away.
âWeâre thrilled to deliver industry-leading, high-speed inflight WiFi fleetwide to Korean Air and Hanjin Group airlines and their guests,â said Chad Gibbs, VP of Starlink Business Operations, SpaceX. âWith Starlink onboard, youâll be able to continue working productively, stream your favourite shows, and game just as you can do on the ground.â
