Cheapest eSIM for Indonesia in 2026
Price Summary:
HelloRoam offers the cheapest Indonesia eSIM at $0.84/GB (50GB, 30 days, $41.99 total). Next cheapest: HelloRoam at $1.57/GB. Airport SIM kiosks charge $5-15 for 5-20GB / 15-30 days. 6 providers compared. Prices verified May 2026.
Every plan, cheapest first
| # | Provider | $/GB ↑ | Plan | Total | Network | Days | 30d | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | $0.84 | 50GB | $41.99 | Telkomsel | 30d | ↓ | Get HelloRoam plan → | |
| 🥈 | $1.57 | 20GB | $31.49 | Telkomsel | 30d | ↓ | Get HelloRoam plan → | |
| 🥉 | $1.95 | 10GB | $19.49 | Telkomsel | 30d | ↓ | Get HelloRoam plan → | |
| 4 | $2.50 | 5GB | $12.49 | Telkomsel | 30d | ↓ | Get HelloRoam plan → | |
| 5 | $2.66 | 3GB | $7.99 | Telkomsel | 30d | ↓ | Get HelloRoam plan → | |
| 6 | $3.99 | 1GB | $3.99 | Telkomsel | 7d | ↓ | Get HelloRoam plan → |
Prices verified May 28, 2026. Updated weekly from provider websites.
Pick by how much data you need
Unlimited daily data price breakdown
The cheapest unlimited daily data plan for Indonesia. Longer trips get automatic volume discounts. The table below shows what you pay at each duration.
| Duration | Per day | Total | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
1 day | $3.35/day | $3.35 | 4% off |
3 days | $3.21/day | $9.63 | 8% off |
7 days | $3.21/day | $22.48 | 8% off |
2 weeks | $3.11/day | $43.49 | 11% off |
30 daysBest Value | $2.86/day | $85.85 | 18% off |
Indonesia eSIM market rates
Indonesia has 6 eSIM plans from 1 provider, ranging from $0.84/GB to $3.99/GB. Median per-GB across all 6 plans is $2.22/GB. The per-GB spread is $3.15, meaning the priciest plan costs 375% more per gigabyte than the cheapest.
Who sells eSIMs for Indonesia
HelloRoam leads Indonesia with 6 plans, starting at $41.99 ($0.84/GB, 50GB, 30 days). HelloRoam plans support top-up and tethering. Across all providers, hotspot tethering and top-up support are available — check individual plans for eligibility.
The airport markup
Airport SIM kiosks at Indonesia charge $5-15 for 5-20GB / 15-30 days for tourist data plans. Telkomsel and XL Axiata and Indosat operate the airport kiosks. Local prepaid SIMs are available for $3-8 for 5-15GB / 30 days — requiring a physical store visit and, in some cases, passport registration. An eSIM from $41.99 activates before you land and skips the queue.
Daily cost compared
Indonesia eSIM pricing signals
6 of 6 plans for Indonesia are trending down — prices have been falling across most providers. The current cheapest plan is HelloRoam at $0.84/GB ($41.99 for 50GB, 30 days). HelloRoam's 50GB plan is among those that decreased in price, now at $41.99.
Best plan for each trip length
Use-case picks for Indonesia based on plan data: Weekend (2-3 days): HelloRoam 3GB at $7.99 (3GB, 30 days). Week trip (7 days): HelloRoam 5GB at $12.49 (5GB, 30 days). Two-week vacation: HelloRoam 10GB at $19.49 (10GB, 30 days). Digital nomad (30 days): HelloRoam 20GB at $31.49 (20GB, 30 days).
Data usage guide for Indonesia
Travelers in Indonesia typically use 1.3GB of mobile data per day. WiFi availability is good — WiFi is available in most tourist areas. Free WiFi in most cafes and hotels in Bali and Jakarta; coverage limited in remote islands Peak travel season runs Apr-Oct and Dec-Jan. Dry season April-October is peak for Bali; Christmas/New Year brings second wave For a 7-day trip, expect to need roughly 10GB. The 10GB plan from HelloRoam ($19.49, 10GB) covers that usage.
Indonesia mobile networks
Indonesia's primary carriers are Telkomsel and XL Axiata and Indosat Ooredoo and Smartfren. 5G is limited to select urban areas. Median download speed is 32 Mbps. Gojek and Grab require an Indonesian phone number for registration — data-only eSIMs won't work for ride-hailing app signup. IMEI registration applies to local SIMs only; travel eSIMs using international roaming bypass this requirement. Emergency number: 112/119.
Where to buy Indonesia eSIM
What Is an eSIM for Indonesia?
An eSIM for Indonesia is a prepaid digital SIM card with no physical component. The cheapest Indonesia eSIM costs $0.84/GB — up to 80% less than airport SIM counters. You purchase online, scan a QR code, and connect to local 4G/5G networks in under 2 minutes.