Twenty years ago did you think you’d be scrolling social media on your phone while 30,000 feet in the air? Probably not. But here we are and now more airlines than ever are installing Wi-Fi on their aircraft, and while the types of connections may vary, they all have one goal: Keeping you connected.

Southwest Airlines is no different. It offers Wi-Fi on much of its fleet, though whether you’ll need to pay for it will depend on what you’re doing and what you need the internet for.

Here's a look at Southwest Wi-Fi, its costs and the different entertainment options you can expect on flights.

Does Southwest have Wi-Fi?

Long story short: Yes, Southwest provides Wi-Fi on its flights. Speed and connectivity vary based on the aircraft you’re flying, the type of internet service it provides and where you’re going.

Most Southwest flights feature some form of Wi-Fi. There’s more than one reason for this; as an airline, Southwest wants to remain competitive with its peers. However, Southwest also operates an all-economy class fleet that doesn't feature seatback entertainment.

This means that if you want to watch movies on board (that you haven’t already downloaded to your device) you’ll need to connect to Southwest’s Wi-Fi system to access its entertainment options.

How much is Wi-Fi on Southwest?

Wi-Fi costs on Southwest depend on your needs. Several online activities can be accessed without paying out of pocket, including:

Live TV.

On-demand entertainment.

iMessaging.

Whatsapp.

Music via iHeartRadio.

If you’re looking for a more expansive internet experience, you can purchase Wi-Fi on your Southwest flight for $8 per device, per flight. Passengers flying on Business Select fares get full Wi-Fi services for free.