Thai VietJet Air

Thai VietJet Air currently operates without Starlink connectivity on its aircraft. As a low-cost carrier focused on short- and medium-haul routes within Southeast Asia, the airline has historically followed an unbundled service model that prioritises affordable base fares over onboard amenities. Inflight WiFi has not been part of the carrier's standard offering, reflecting both the typical flight duration on regional routes and the competitive positioning common among budget airlines in the region. The adoption of Starlink by airlines worldwide has been driven primarily by carriers operating longer sectors where passenger demand for connectivity justifies the investment. Low-cost airlines have traditionally been slower to embrace inflight internet, viewing it as a premium feature that conflicts with their core value proposition. However, the emergence of more cost-effective satellite solutions has begun to shift this calculation, with some budget carriers exploring connectivity as a potential ancillary revenue stream or competitive differentiator. For passengers flying Thai VietJet Air today, the absence of inflight WiFi means relying on pre-downloaded content, offline entertainment, or simply disconnecting during the flight. The airline has not announced plans to introduce Starlink or any other connectivity system, though the broader industry trend towards ubiquitous inflight internet may eventually influence connectivity decisions across all carrier segments, including the low-cost sector.