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Twelve South AirFly Pro
White · original model 12-1911 · not Pro 2
Buyer feedback ↓Connect Bluetooth headphones to a 3.5 mm audio output, or send a phone’s music into a wired AUX input.
- 3.5 mmAudio plugFor a headphone output or AUX input
- 2 pairsShared listeningConnect two Bluetooth headphones in transmit mode
- 25+ hoursRated batteryCurrent 12-1911 guide; recharge through USB-C
Amazon US · White · original model 12-1911 · not Pro 2 · Retailer link
THE QUICK TAKE
Is it right for you?
The AirFly Pro is useful when you want your own wireless headphones on a wired screen. Plug it into a 3.5 mm headphone output, select transmit mode and pair the headphones. It can also share that audio with a second listener, which is handy for a flight or a movie together.
Skip it if you are happy using the cable your headphones already include. It is another small device to charge and remember at the seat. Pair it before your trip, check the socket, and compare the newer Pro 2 if easier buttons matter more than the original model’s offer.
01 / BUYING NOTES
Before you buy.
Check the jack before you pack.
You need a 3.5 mm headphone output for wireless listening. Some airline seats use a different socket and need an adapter. Pair the headphones before boarding.
Two people can share one source.
Transmit mode can connect two pairs of Bluetooth headphones. Pair the first set, then add the second using the power button sequence in the guide.
TX sends. RX receives.
Choose TX for a screen and wireless headphones. Choose RX to receive a phone’s music through a car or speaker AUX input. Match the mode to the direction you need.
Original AirFly Pro 12-1911 owner guide, 2024 revision ↗ · AirFly Pro pairing support ↗ · AirFly SE manufacturer specifications ↗ · AirFly Pro 2 manufacturer specifications ↗ · Avantree Relay specifications ↗ · Sony WH-1000XM4 product details ↗
02 / AMAZON REVIEWS
The buyers’ view.
Owners report enjoying in-flight movies with their wireless headphones, including shared listening. Pairing experiences vary from easy setup to repeated attempts; audio sync is mixed too, with slight lag reported alongside a flight experience without noticeable delay.
Reliability also varies: one traveler reports no connection issues, while another describes repeated dropouts, static and failure after a few months. Another owner encountered buzzing while charging during a flight, although it did not recur at home.
What buyers like
- portability205
- ease of use158
- wireless connectivity112
Mixed feedback
- connectivity522
- battery life192
- sound quality189
Common concerns
- Value for money188
- reliability162
The small numbers are review mentions. Topics and sentiment are from Amazon’s customer-review overview.
Amazon US · Checked . Ratings may include other colors and sizes.
View source ↗03 / REVIEWS & VIDEO
See it in use.
See how it works, then read the findings behind the buying advice.
Twelve South AirFly Pro Review
A look at the original Pro’s wired-to-wireless role and two-listener use. It is an older review unit, so use the current listing and guide for battery claims; this is not the Pro 2.
Watch on YouTube ↗Video and written sources are labeled by creator and tested scope. Manufacturer demonstrations explain use; they are not independent tests. No in-house hands-on testing is claimed.
Read 2 written sources Product scope is labeled · key findings in bold
The reviewer paired headphones quickly and had a stable connection during her flights. Sharing with a second pair worked too. Tiny TX/RX markings and the lack of a clear battery-level display were the practical complaints.
Found pairing reliable with the headphones and speaker tested, and confirmed the AUX-receive use. Range was the limitation: the reviewer preferred staying close to the source. The small removable plug cap also deserved care when carrying it.
04 / COMPARE
Different priorities.
Choose the tradeoff that fits how you will use it.
Swipe to see every alternative →
THIS GUIDETwelve South AirFly ProWhite · original 12-1911 |  ALTERNATIVEAvantree RelayTC218 · airplane transmitter |  ALTERNATIVETwelve South AirFly SEWhite · solo-listening model | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon price | $37.99 | $34.99 | $29.59 |
| Best for | Sharing wired audio or adding AUX reception | Sharing a wired airplane audio source | One traveler with one pair of headphones |
| Listening setup | Two headphone pairs; TX and RX modes | Two headphone pairs; transmit-only | One headphone pair; transmit-only use |
| Main difference | One main pairing button; 25+ hour rating in the current guide | Included dual-prong plane adapter; no AUX receiver mode | Volume buttons and 20+ hour rated battery; no shared listening |
| Explore | Read buying guide →Amazon source ↗ | Read buying guide →Source ↗ | Read buying guide →Source ↗ |
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05 / PRICE HISTORY
The price over time.
Twelve South AirFly Pro · White · original model 12-1911 · not Pro 2 · Amazon US
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06 / RELATED FINDS
A few useful extras.
For the way you plan to use it.
A comfortable pair for the flight.
Bose QuietComfort Headphones
Noise-canceling Bluetooth headphones with physical controls and a folding body. Twelve South provides a Bose-specific pairing guide.
Noise cancellation in a compact travel case.
Sony WH-1000XM4
Bluetooth headphones with touch controls, inward-folding earcups and an included wired audio cable.