Singapore Airlines will offer free unlimited Wi-Fi onboard in all cabin classes

Singapore Airlines (SIA) will soon offer free unlimited Wi-Fi for passengers in all its cabin classes, expanding the service currently available only to certain customers.

Starting July 1, anyone flying with the Singapore carrier will have free access to inflight Wi-Fi service, regardless of class of travel.

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However, they will need to become a member of the airline’s frequent flyer program, ChrisFlyer, which they can sign up for onboard during the flight or sign up online before the flight. Membership is free.

SIA’s Wi-Fi service is currently available free of charge to its suites, first class and business class cabins, as well as to members of its PPS Club. It is also free for premium economy and economy class passengers, but only during the first three hours and two hours.

SIA customers who want onboard Wi-Fi access before July will need to sign up for a three-hour and one-hour service plan for $8.99 and $3.99, respectively. Wi-Fi access comes with a cost of $15.99 for the entire flight duration.

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The service is available on all aircraft with the exception of seven Boeing 737-800NGs, which are not Wi-Fi enabled. SIA operates a total of 136 aircraft till May 2023.

To access the free inflight Wi-Fi service starting July 1, customers will need to enter their KrisFlyer membership details when booking their flights or at check-in.

According to SIA, inflight Internet speeds may vary depending on the number of concurrent users and the activities customers are running on their devices. Weather conditions, satellite coverage and regional regulations can also affect onboard connectivity.

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