Traveling for the holidays can be a beast, but occasionally, you'll discover some perks that make your trip a little bit smoother. It's always nice when airlines offer free in-flight WiFi, but some have also expanded their entertainment offerings, which will certainly keep you from getting bored while in the air. (Yes, you can download Netflix episodes beforehand if you want, but what if you forget?)
Many airlines are now offering access to major streaming and live TV platforms without a paid subscription: If you're flying on JetBlue, United and American, you'll have access to DirecTV. Flying Delta? It's got DirecTV, too, and on top of that, you'll get access to anime streaming service Crunchyroll and more.
Here's a taste of what you can expect as part of your in-flight entertainment if you're traveling this holiday season and, in a few cases, you might even be eligible for some free trials you can use well after you've arrived back at home.
Delta
Crunchyroll
On Delta, you can watch a diverse assortment of shows and movies on demand, including comforting classics like The Golden Girls and The Office and recent hits like The Gilded Age and What We Do In The Shadows. But there's also an excellent lineup of other services including YouTube, Paramount Plus and Crunchyroll.
Crunchyroll: A curated selection of Crunchyroll's anime programming is available on every Delta flight, and SkyMiles Members can also sign up for a free 24-hour trial to stream Crunchyroll's full catalog of over 2,000 titles after their flight.
YouTube: Delta passengers now have ad-free access to a selection of popular YouTube creators, including Mr. Beast, Nick DiGiovanni, Michelle Khare and more, plus a selection of YouTube podcasts and music playlists.
DirecTV: Watch live shows, sports, news and more with up to 16 live DirecTV channels, including ESPN, NBC, ABC, CBS and Fox.
Paramount Plus: Delta flights carry a large selection of Paramount Plus shows, from classic sitcoms like Cheers and I Love Lucy to Taylor Sheridan shows like Landman, 1923 and Tulsa King.
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