Your Own Spotify Now Plays at 35,000 Feet on United, and Another Airline Signs On

Inflight connectivity keeps getting more useful. United Airlines passengers on aircraft equipped with Starlink can now stream music and podcasts from their own Spotify accounts, so a personal playlist or favorite show is available without downloading anything in advance.

The feature is limited to Starlink-equipped flights, which means it will not be available on every United departure yet. The airline has been rolling out the satellite system across its fleet, and the Spotify integration is one of the benefits it uses to show that the new connection is more than just faster web browsing.

Another airline is joining the trend. Air Tahiti Nui is the latest carrier to announce Starlink across its whole fleet, with installation scheduled to begin in 2027. For travelers on its long Pacific routes, reliable high-speed connectivity could be a significant upgrade over the patchy service of older systems.

If streaming matters to you, it is worth checking which aircraft your flight uses before you travel. Airlines often publish which fleets have the new equipment, and a quick look at the seat map or the airline app can tell you whether to expect the faster connection.

Sources: Upgraded Points