Loading
Power banks/portable chargers

Review important updates for Customers traveling with a power bank/portable charger.

Assigned seats

All Southwest flights now have assigned seats! Learn more.

HomeHelp CenterInflight ExperienceHow do I connect to WiFi onboard my flight?

How do I connect to WiFi onboard my flight?

On the PlaneInflight Entertainment and InternetDuring your flight

Rapid Rewards® Members get Free WiFi thanks to T-Mobile®!1

If you're not a Member, you can sign up2 for free. Otherwise, where available, you can pay $8 per device per flight to access WiFi onboard3.

Connecting

Once your device is in airplane mode, turn on WiFi and choose the available Southwest WiFi network. You can access the portal or open SouthwestWiFi.com in your browser directly.

For Free WiFi, you'll need to log in with your username or Member number or use your flight confirmation number if your Rapid Rewards account is linked to your reservation.

I forgot my Rapid Rewards® username and Member number...can I still get free WiFi?

Option 1: Recover your username or Member number.

  1. On your mobile browser, go to Southwest.com®.
  2. Click Log in / Enroll, located in the top right corner.
  3. In the log in modal click the Forgot login? link.
  4. Enter your first and last name and the email address tied to your account.
  5. After you answer the security question(s), you’ll have access to your Member number and username.

Option 2: Use your flight confirmation number.

  1. On the WiFi activation page, click the Confirmation # tab.
  2. Enter your 6-digit confirmation number and first and last name.

1Where available. Available only on WiFi-enabled designated aircraft.

2All Rapid Rewards rules and regulations apply and can be found at Southwest.com/rrterms

3Where available. Available only on WiFi-enabled designated aircraft. Free WiFi is only for Rapid Rewards® Members. $8 WiFi access is available on select aircraft only, for $8 per device from takeoff to landing. Price is subject to change. May not be available for the full duration of flight. In order to provide a top-notch Internet experience, we prohibit access to certain high-bandwidth applications and websites. We also prohibit access to certain obscene or offensive content.

Related Articles

Free WiFi for Rapid Rewards® MembersOn the Plane
I want more information about watching movies via Southwest’s Inflight Entertainment Portal.On the Plane
I want more information about watching TV via Southwest’s Inflight Entertainment Portal.On the Plane
Loading
How to Connect to Southwest WiFi on Your Flight