Alaska to offer Starlink Wi-Fi across fleet by 2027

SEATTLE - Alaska Airlines (NYSE:ALK), currently showing strong momentum with a 63% return over the past year according to InvestingPro data, announced Wednesday it will equip its entire fleet with Starlink Wi-Fi beginning in 2026, with full implementation expected by 2027. The $6.6 billion market cap carrier claims it will offer more departures with high-speed internet from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport than any other airline.

The service will provide gate-to-gate connectivity with speeds up to 500 Mbps and latency under 99 milliseconds, which Alaska says is approximately seven times faster than traditional satellite-based Wi-Fi systems used by most airlines today. The airline’s investment comes amid impressive revenue growth of 27.8% in the last twelve months, as reported by InvestingPro, which maintains comprehensive analysis of over 1,400 US stocks.

"With Starlink already live on Hawaiian Airlines and installations starting this winter across Alaska’s fleet, we’re proud that we’ll offer the fastest, most reliable inflight internet in the skies," said Ben Minicucci, CEO and president of Alaska Air Group.

The airline states it will become the first U.S. carrier to operate Starlink-equipped long-haul flights from Seattle, following Hawaiian Airlines which began offering the service last year. Alaska plans to install the technology across its regional, narrowbody and widebody aircraft.

According to the company, the Starlink system features electronically steered antennas with no moving parts, which Alaska claims will reduce fuel consumption by over 800,000 gallons annually due to decreased weight and drag compared to competing systems. This efficiency initiative aligns with the company’s overall financial health, which InvestingPro rates as "GOOD" based on multiple financial metrics and growth indicators.

Chad Gibbs, Vice President of Starlink Operations at SpaceX, stated that Alaska’s passengers "will now experience the world’s best inflight connectivity" from gate to gate.

Alaska Airlines, traded as NYSE:ALK, is a subsidiary of Alaska Air Group along with Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air. The announcement was made in a press release statement from the company.

In other recent news, Alaska Airlines reported impressive financial results for the second quarter of 2025. The company achieved earnings per share of $1.78, exceeding the projected $1.54, and generated revenue of $3.7 billion, slightly above the expected $3.65 billion. In a strategic move, Alaska Airlines announced plans to offer free Wi-Fi to Atmos Rewards members beginning in 2026. This benefit, previously exclusive to T-Mobile customers, will be available on Starlink-equipped aircraft. Additionally, Alaska Airlines, in partnership with Bank of America, launched the Atmos Rewards Summit Visa Infinite card. This premium travel card, with a $395 annual fee, provides benefits including a Global Companion Award for reduced points cost travel. These developments reflect Alaska Airlines’ commitment to enhancing customer experience and expanding its financial offerings.

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