Celebrity Cruises WiFi packages come in two main tiers: Basic Wi-Fi, for email, browsing and messaging apps, and Premium Wi-Fi, which handles streaming and video calls over Starlink satellite internet. Premium usually works out at roughly $25 to $35 per device per day, and it is cheaper if you buy before you sail. You can get it free or discounted through the All Included fare, a Retreat suite, Captain’s Club status or the Premium Access pass.
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Below is what each Celebrity Cruises Wi-Fi option includes, what it typically costs, who gets it free, and how to keep your internet bill down. Prices vary by ship, sailing length and when you buy, so treat the figures as a guide and check your Cruise Planner for your own sailing.
Celebrity Cruises WiFi Packages at a Glance
Celebrity now uses Starlink low-orbit satellite internet, which is much faster and more reliable than the older systems many cruisers remember. Wi-Fi is available across the fleet, and on the Galapagos ships unlimited Wi-Fi is included in the fare.
| Option | What it covers | Typical cost (at the time of writing) | How to get it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Wi-Fi | Web browsing, email, texting through apps such as WhatsApp and iMessage. No streaming, video calls or photo uploads to social media. | Not sold on its own to most guests | Included with All Included fares |
| Premium Wi-Fi | Everything in Basic plus streaming, video calls, social media uploads and large email attachments | Roughly $25 to $35 per device per day; more if bought onboard | Buy pre-cruise or onboard |
| Basic to Premium upgrade | Upgrades an included Basic package to Premium | Often around $10 per day | Cruise Planner, or onboard at the iLounge or Photo Gallery |
| Premium Access | Premium Wi-Fi for two devices, unlimited room service, expedited arrival and other priority perks | About $15 to $40 per person per day, varies by sailing | Add-on purchase for every guest in the cabin over age six |
| Captain’s Club Zenith | Unlimited Premium Wi-Fi on one device | Free | Loyalty status (3,000+ points) |
| Retreat suites | Premium Wi-Fi as part of the suite’s All Included perks | Included | Book a Retreat suite |
| Galapagos ships | Unlimited Wi-Fi | Included | Galapagos sailings |
Basic vs Premium Wi-Fi on Celebrity Cruises
Basic Wi-Fi
Basic is fine for keeping in touch: email, web pages, news and messaging apps. According to Celebrity, it does not support large email attachments, posting photos or videos to social media, streaming apps or video calls. Speeds are deliberately capped, so pages can be slow to load.
Celebrity no longer sells Basic as a standalone package for most guests. It comes with eligible All Included fares (and was kept by guests who bought it before June 1, 2023).
Premium Wi-Fi
Premium is the one to buy if you want to stream Netflix or Spotify, video call home, post holiday photos or work remotely. With Starlink, speeds are generally good enough for video calls, although they still vary with ship location, weather and how many people are online. On some of the newer Edge Series ships, Celebrity also lets you stream to your stateroom TV.
Which should you choose?
- Stick with Basic if you mainly want messaging, email and the odd web search.
- Upgrade to Premium if you need video calls, plan to post to social media every day, or need to work.
- Upgrade only one person. If one of you needs fast internet and the other just messages, a single Premium upgrade can be the cheapest mix.
Celebrity Cruises Wi-Fi Cost: What You Can Expect to Pay
Celebrity does not publish one fixed price list, because Wi-Fi is priced per sailing and changes with demand and promotions. Based on recent pricing reported by cruisers and travel sites in 2026:
- Premium Wi-Fi, one device: roughly $25 to $35 per day when bought before the cruise, so about $175 to $245 for a 7-night sailing.
- Onboard purchase: usually higher than the pre-cruise price. Celebrity confirms that pre-cruise pricing is lower.
- Basic to Premium upgrade: often around $10 per day for All Included guests.
- Premium Access: roughly $15 to $40 per person per day, depending on the sailing.
Packages are charged for the full length of the cruise, not just the days you use them.
Multiple devices
Standard Wi-Fi packages are priced per device. You can log out on one device and log in on another, but only one can be online at a time on a one-device plan. If two people want to be online at the same time, you will need either two packages or a two-device option where one is offered. Premium Access includes Premium Wi-Fi for two devices, which is one reason couples often price it against two separate Wi-Fi packages.
How to Get Wi-Fi Free (or Cheaper) on Celebrity
1. Book an All Included fare
Celebrity’s All Included fare bundles the Classic drinks package, Basic Wi-Fi and prepaid gratuities. If Basic is enough for you, your internet is effectively covered. You can upgrade to Premium for a daily fee.
2. Stay in a Retreat suite
Guests in The Retreat get Premium Wi-Fi, along with the Premium drinks package, private restaurant and lounge, and other suite perks. Our guide to Celebrity Retreat benefits covers everything included by suite level.
3. Use your Captain’s Club status
Celebrity’s loyalty program gives Wi-Fi perks at almost every level. Per Celebrity’s current benefits chart:
- Classic: 10% off Wi-Fi packages and upgrades
- Select: 25% off
- Elite: 30% off, plus 90 free streaming minutes
- Elite Plus: 35% off, plus 240 free streaming minutes. Since June 2026, Elite Plus members reaching the 1,500 and 2,250 point milestones get larger allowances of free Premium Wi-Fi minutes.
- Zenith: free unlimited Premium Wi-Fi on one device
See our Celebrity Captain’s Club guide for how points are earned and every tier’s benefits.
4. Buy before you sail and watch for sales
Pre-cruise pricing in the Cruise Planner is lower than onboard, and Celebrity often runs short sales on Wi-Fi and other packages. If the price drops after you buy, you can often cancel and rebook at the lower price before sailing. Check the current terms first.
5. Use free Wi-Fi in port
Cafes, port terminals and shopping areas in many ports offer free Wi-Fi. If you only need to download a few things or make one call, waiting for port day can save a full package.
Celebrity Cruises Internet Without a Wi-Fi Package
The Celebrity app
The Celebrity Cruises app connects to the ship’s network for onboard functions, so you can check daily schedules, make reservations and view your account without buying internet. It will not give you access to the wider internet.
Cellular at Sea
Ships have a maritime mobile network, and your phone may connect to it automatically. Rates are set by your wireless carrier and can be very expensive, so turn off data roaming or put your phone in airplane mode unless you have a cruise plan. Some US carriers sell cruise add-ons; our review of the AT&T cruise package explains how one of them works.
Stateroom phone
Ship-to-shore calls from your stateroom are charged at $7.95 per minute, so they are for emergencies only. Family at home can reach the ship through Celebrity’s published contact numbers.
Tips for Using Celebrity Wi-Fi
- Download films, playlists and maps before boarding, even if you plan to buy Premium.
- Turn off automatic phone backups and app updates to save bandwidth on Basic.
- Log out properly when switching devices on a one-device plan.
- Expect slower speeds in busy evening hours and in remote waters.
- If you are working onboard, a quiet spot away from the busiest lounges often gives a steadier connection.
FAQs
Do Celebrity cruise ships have Wi-Fi?
Yes. Wi-Fi is available across the Celebrity fleet using Starlink satellite internet. You need a Basic or Premium package to get online, unless it is included in your fare, suite or loyalty status.
What is the difference between Basic and Premium Wi-Fi on Celebrity?
Basic covers browsing, email and messaging apps. Premium adds streaming, video calls, social media uploads and large attachments.
Is Premium Access worth it on Celebrity Cruises?
It can be if you would buy Premium Wi-Fi for two devices anyway and value unlimited room service and priority boarding. Compare its daily price for your sailing with two separate Wi-Fi packages before deciding.
Can you text on a cruise ship without Wi-Fi?
Only through your mobile carrier’s maritime roaming, which is usually expensive unless you have a cruise plan. Free messaging apps need a Wi-Fi package.
How much is Wi-Fi on Celebrity Cruises per day?
Premium Wi-Fi generally costs about $25 to $35 per device per day when bought before you sail, and more onboard. Prices vary by sailing, so check your Cruise Planner.
