How do I connect my AirPods to airplane entertainment?


How do I connect my AirPods to airplane entertainment? Overview. Twelve South AirFly Pro lets you use AirPods or Beats wireless headphones with in-flight entertainment or in the health club or other situations where there's a wired jack and no Bluetooth connectivity. Simply plug AirFly Pro into the headphone jack on a plane to watch or listen with your AirPods.


Why do airplane headphones have 2 jacks?

You may wonder why so many aircraft (especially older ones) have headphone sockets with two (or even three) jacks, rather than one like everything else. This does have its reasons. Mostly historical now, these include to deter theft, offer redundancy, and even to fit old seat infrastructure.


Can you connect AirPods to inflight entertainment?

That said, if your plane has TVs, you usually have to purchase headphones to hear anything — unless you have an AirFly adaptor. AirFly makes it easy to connect your AirPods or other wireless headphones via Bluetooth. Plug the device into the headphone jack, and AirFly automatically goes into pairing mode.


What headphones do I need for airplane entertainment?

  • The best Best noise canceling headphones for flying on an airplane is the Sony WH-1000XM5.
  • The Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless is a competent runner-up.
  • What about the Bose QuietComfort 45?
  • Apple users may want to check out the Apple AirPods Max.
  • Who should buy the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation)?


Can you connect Bluetooth to Delta screen?

This means that those traveling in the pointy end of the new A321neo will be able to connect their AirPods or other Bluetooth wireless headsets to the inflight entertainment system without any additional cables.


Do airlines have free headphones?

Don't worry if you forget your headphones for your flight. If they're available, you can request free earbuds.


What headphones do I need for inflight entertainment?

All models in our list also have an audio cable that can be used with inflight entertainment systems that do not support Bluetooth connectivity.
  • 1 Sony WH1000XM5. ...
  • 2 Bose Noise-canceling Headphones 700. ...
  • 3 Bowers & Wilkins Px8. ...
  • 4 Beats Studio Pro. ...
  • 5 Sennheiser Momentum 4.


Can you connect Bluetooth headphones to BA inflight entertainment?

Bluetooth devices, such as wireless keyboards or headphones, can be used during the flight but must be switched off for taxi, take-off and landing. Check our section on smaller personal electronic devices for details on batteries. When do I use flight safe mode?


Can I use my phone on a plane for music?

Most airlines allow you to use your devices during the flight as long as it's on airplane mode, I have never been on an airline that does not allow you to use your iPhone, but you should check with the airline first.


How do I connect my wireless headphones to inflight entertainment?

To use wireless Bluetooth headphones on a plane, you need an adapter to connect them to the two-pronged headphone jack. The AirFly adapter by Twelve South is a reliable option explicitly designed for wireless headphones. It is easy to use, has a long battery life, and has a built-in microphone for taking calls.