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APH.com compares the best tech-friendly airlines for in-flight Wi-Fi
This year could be when in-flight connectivity really takes off with Air New Zealand and Air France announcing free high-speed internet available to passengers this year, and some even allowing video calls from your seat.
So, which are the most tech-friendly airlines for travellers in 2025?
Airport parking specialist Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.com) has created a handy guide comparing the in-flight Wi-Fi connectivity available on 10 long-haul airlines.
Available at https://www.aph.com/airlineelectronics, the guide highlights Wi-Fi plans, internet usage, charging availability and instructions on how to connect.
Onboard internet costs vary across all airlines, with the top choices including Air New Zealand offering free Wi-Fi for all passengers on both international and domestic Wi-Fi equipped flights.
Qatar Airways is providing Student Club Members with complimentary unlimited Wi-Fi and British Airways offers Messaging Packages starting from £2.99 – £4.99 for non-members on long-haul flights.
Air Canada has a pricey £5 pass for one hour, one-way.
It’s good news for passengers flying in Premium classes or as a Frequent Flyer member who often receive complimentary Wi-Fi, ranging from an hour to the entire flight.
When it comes to on-demand content choices, airlines such as Air France, Cathay Pacific and Delta Air Lines are equipped with a large choice in on-board entertainment, catering to diverse passenger needs.
Emirates and Qatar Airways provide expansive libraries of on-demand content, live TV, and music, while Turkish Airlines and Singapore Airlines offer unique platforms like My Music Planet and KrisWorld.
Luckily most airlines now provide USB ports or a power outlet as standard on passenger seats.
However, passengers should check ahead as some airlines, such as British Airways, require an adapter for British plugs and it’s not possible to charge a Macbook in Economy seats when flying with Emirates.
Phones, tablets and laptops are permitted on all airlines as long as they are set to airplane mode first before then connecting to the airlines’ Wi-Fi.
Larger devices, however, typically need to be stowed away during take-off, turbulence and landing.
Once in airplane mode, passengers can access Wi-Fi or purchase a pass by connecting to the airline’s local network and following the on-screen instructions.
Some carriers, like Qatar Airways, allow passengers to switch Wi-Fi between devices and even pause the internet session when not actively browsing.
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