Mastercard & Boingo

[RB]

Looks like it is available for various Mastercards but we have received an offer of complimentary use of Boingo via 28 degree card-access to over 1 million hotspots & up to 4 devices at a time. I haven't checked details yet but was interested to know if any members were already using Boingo

First, let's confirm your eligibility - Boingo Wi-Fi for Mastercard® Cardholders

 

[Mattg]

I got the email as well today. Have already registered using my 28 Degrees card - I'm not currently using Boingo but this will come in handy around Europe.

 

[aerotravel]

I got it too and looks like a really good proposition. Many credit cards in USA have this and Aus is just about to begin.

 

[edcba]

I got it too and looks like a really good proposition. Many credit cards in USA have this and Aus is just about to begin.

+1

 

[kpc]

I just signed up....will be really interesing if I can use inflight WiFi for free

Q. Do I have access to in-flight Wi-Fi?

A. Boingo service is available on many airlines around the world. Service is usually available on long haul International flights offered by JAL, American Airlines, Lufthansa and many more. There is no guarantee that each aircraft or route flown will have Wi-Fi service, so you will need to manually check for service:

1. In web-browser: Once taken to an airline landing page, find the section that states: roaming partners. Click the drop down menu bar and search for Boingo. If found, select Boingo – you will be redirected to Boingo’s landing page where you can enter your login credentials (user name and password)
2. On iOS devices: Open the Wi-Fi options within the settings menu. If the in-flight network supports Boingo the network name will be annotated with “Check for Boingo Wi-Fi.” Select the network and wait for Wi-Finder to prompt you to connect.
3. On Android devices: Open Wi-Finder and if network access is available, the client will notify you to click to connect.

 

[edcba]

The Boingo app gets bad reviews in Google Play. Has anyone tried it?

 

[serfty]

I registered, may use on AA internally apparently.

You don't need the app. A web brower based login should do the trick.

 

[Bundy Bear]

28 degree card worked for me, try see if this works in 2 and a bit weeks time.

 

[Strategic Aviation]

28 degree card worked for me, try see if this works in 2 and a bit weeks time.

How did it go?

 

[Strategic Aviation]

Advertised in the latest Qantas Travel Insider:-

Apply for a 28 Degrees Platinum Mastercard Today

No annual fee, no overseas fees on purchases and free global wi-fi. Why travel any other way?

Some user experiences with Boingo can be read on OzBargain.

 

[serfty]

When I was in the USA last month, the finder app would show available Boingo connections, so it was easy.

More on the deal:

Program Details - Boingo Wi-Fi for Mastercard® Cardholders

Frequently Asked Questions - Boingo Wi-Fi for Mastercard® Cardholders

 

[Mattg]

I was able to use this to get free wifi on a Eurowings flight a couple of days ago.

 

[Cruiser Elite]

Any further intel on Boingo wifi usage? For use on SQ flts most interest for me.

 

[MEL_Traveller]

Boingo has come in really handy! BKK, PVG, various US airports. Many airports have limited wifi (time wise) or require a mobile to log in, but boingo came through each time.

 

[nathjean]

Have anyone manage to get it to work on CX flights? Thanks!

 

[Mattg]

Don't know about CX, sorry.

But I was able to use this on a long-haul Lufthansa flight the other day. Worked a treat (the free access, that is - the connection itself was slow).