Cathay Pacific has reached a significant milestone: as of August 2025, 100% of its fleet now offers high-speed Wi-Fi and seat-back entertainment. This includes all Airbus A350s, A330s, and A321neos, as well as all Boeing 777s. While seat-back entertainment has been a long-standing feature, the real progress lies in the widespread availability of Wi-Fi.
Consistent Connectivity Across the Fleet
Over the years, Cathay Pacific has progressively installed Wi-Fi on its aircraft, a project now complete. While it may not be Starlink or free for most passengers, the consistency is noteworthy. Many major airlines don't offer both types of entertainment across their entire fleets. For example, Delta lacks seat-back entertainment on its Boeing 717s, and Singapore Airlines has some Boeing 737-800s without in-flight connectivity.
So, when you board a Cathay Pacific flight, you can expect Wi-Fi access, assuming it's operational.
Wi-Fi Speeds and Pricing
Cathay Pacific uses Intelsat’s 2Ku satellite technology on most of its aircraft, providing solid speeds. While not the fastest, it offers reliable connectivity with relatively few geographic gaps, important given Hong Kong's location. Many other services struggle with coverage over China and parts of the Pacific.
Pricing Details
Cathay Pacific maintains consistent pricing for its Wi-Fi service. (The original article does not specify the pricing.)
- Expect reliable service on most routes.
- Intelsat's 2Ku provides dependable speeds.
- Connectivity is generally available across the fleet.