Does UA256 have Starlink Wi-Fi?

About 15% Starlink odds, weighted to recent UA256 flights. A firm answer comes about 2 days before departure, once the aircraft is assigned.

How the check works · Is Starlink Wi-Fi free?

UA256 Starlink history

Based on 15 recent flights; Starlink found in 0 of 2 Wi-Fi checks since Apr 3, 2026.

Aircraft seen on UA256: Boeing 737 MAX 9, Boeing 737-900ER.

Routes UA256 flies

  • IAH → BON · 4h 44m
    Seen 22 times · last seen Oct 29, 2026
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Questions

How do I check if UA256 has Starlink?
Pick your travel date above. United Airlines assigns the aircraft about 2 days before departure, and the answer then comes from that aircraft. Before that, you get Starlink odds from recent UA256 flights, weighted to the latest.
How accurate is this?
We check each aircraft's Wi-Fi on united.com and match aircraft to flights using flight schedule data. Aircraft can be swapped before departure, so check again the day before you fly.