Free WiFi is coming to this major airline: Here’s how to get the service without paying

Starting next year, American Airlines will offer free WiFi on its flights.

American Airlines is partnering with AT&T to offer the service on more than 2 million flights, according to a press release. To qualify for the service, customers must be members of American’s free loyalty program.

American Airlines said WiFi would be available on more than 90% of its fleet, announcing in a press release that it will offer internet on “more planes than any other domestic carrier.”

“Our customers greatly value staying connected while in the air, whether communicating with friends, getting work done, checking in on social media or streaming their favorite subscription services,” said Heather Garboden, Chief Customer Officer, American Airlines. “We’ve been working diligently to outfit our aircraft with best-in-class high-speed WiFi and together with AT&T are proud to offer those services at no cost to our most loyal customers.”

CNN reports JetBlue pioneered the free in-flight wireless perk when it started offering the service in 2013. Delta added free wifi on the majority of its flights in 2023.