Does UA291 have Starlink Wi-Fi?

About 15% Starlink odds, weighted to recent UA291 flights. A firm answer comes about 2 days before departure, once the aircraft is assigned.

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

UA291 Starlink history

Based on 80 recent flights; Starlink found in 1 of 10 Wi-Fi checks since Jan 2, 2026 (last N17245, Sep 21, 2026).

Aircraft seen on UA291: Boeing 737 MAX 8, Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320, Airbus A321.

Routes UA291 flies

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How do I check if UA291 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 UA291 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.