Compare the best eSIM plans for Indonesia
Internet from the moment you land in Indonesia
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- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From €0.30 for 1 GB or more
- 6,400+ plans compared
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€0.30
Cheapest plan, 1 GB or more
6,400+
Indonesia plans compared
121+
Providers available
4G/5G
Networks supported
Entry price measured on fixed-volume plans of 1 GB or more covering the country. Volumes below 1 GB and plans billed per day, whose price is not comparable, fall outside the calculation.
Best eSIM deals for Indonesia
AbesteSIM
1 GB · 1 day
1 GB
1 day
ID
€0.30
Stellar eSIM
1 GB · 7 days
1 GB
7 days
ID
€0.68
Billion Connect
1 GB · 7 days
1 GB
7 days
ID
€0.71
Strongesim
1 GB · 7 days
1 GB
7 days
ID
€0.74
MicroEsim
1 GB · 1 day
1 GB
1 day
ID
€0.79
eSIM.dog
1 GB · 1 day
1 GB
1 day
ID
€0.86
eSIM for Indonesia at a glance
From
€1.82
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
Telkomsel, Indosat, XL Axiata
Mostly 4G, partial 5G
VPN needed?
No
All major services work normally
Hotspot tethering
Available
On most plans
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
Check your device
Internet in Indonesia: everything you need to know
Indonesia is the world's 4th most populated country and one of the most active mobile markets in South-East Asia, with an internet penetration rate of about 79% (source: ITU DataHub, 2024). 4G LTE covers virtually every tourist area (Bali, Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Lombok), and 5G is gradually rolling out in Jakarta and the major cities. An Indonesia eSIM gets you onto this network the moment you land at Denpasar, Soekarno-Hatta or Juanda, with no physical card swap.
- ●4G coverage in every major tourist area (Bali, Lombok, Java, Sumatra, South Sulawesi).
- ●Average mobile download speeds around 25 to 40 Mbps per Ookla (Q1 2025).
- ●Perfect for Gojek, Grab, Google Maps, translation and booking apps such as Traveloka.
- ●For remote areas (interior Borneo, Papua, smaller islands), plan offline maps as a backup.
Sources: Internet Society Pulse : Indonesia, ITU DataHub : Indonesia statistics, Ookla Speedtest Global Index
Networks and connectivity on the ground
- Average speed
- 66.3 Mbps downloadmeasured 2026 · Internet Society Pulse
- 5G
- Rolling outmeasured 2025 · Internet Society Pulse
- Local operators
- Telkomsel · Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison · XL Axiatameasured 2026 · Datadopt research
- Public Wi-Fi
- Widely availablemeasured 2026 · Datadopt research
Practical information
- Currency
- Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
- Payments
- Card and cashATMs everywhere
- Tipping
- Round up the bill
- Power socket
- Type C, Type F230 V, 50 Hz
- Official languages
- IndonesianAlso spoken : Javanese, SundaneseEnglish in tourist areas
- Dialling code
- +62Time zone : Asia/Jakarta, Asia/Makassar, Asia/Jayapura
- Emergency numbers
- 112 · 110 · 119 · 113
When to go
- Best time to go
- May, June, July, August, September
- Shoulder season
- April, October
- When to avoid
- January, February
- Peak season
- July, August, December
- Seasonal hazards
- MonsoonNovember, December, January, February, March
- CyclonesJanuary, February
May to September is the dry season on Java and Bali, and the simplest window for a first trip. But Indonesia spans more than three thousand miles: the monsoon does not arrive everywhere at once, and Sumatra's calendar is not the Moluccas'.
Pick a region, not the country
Java and Bali are wet from November to March. The Moluccas and parts of Papua run the opposite way, with their wet season in the middle of the southern summer. Checking the specific region rather than the national average is the only reliable method here.
Domestic flights do the heavy lifting
Getting to Flores, Sulawesi or Papua means a domestic flight, and schedules shift. Leave slack on connections, especially in the wet season when cancellations at smaller airports are routine.
5G is barely here yet
The facts block below shows how little of the population can reach a 5G device. Plan on 4G, which is solid across Java and Bali and thins out heading east. Download your maps before leaving a city, not after.
Temples have a dress code
A sarong and covered shoulders are required at Balinese temples, and are usually lent or rented at the gate. In Muslim-majority regions the same modesty applies to mosques, with headscarves provided for women.
Iconic sites and coverage
Borobudur
The largest Buddhist temple in the world is a single stepped mass of stone, built and then abandoned long before Islam reached Java. Access to the upper terraces is now capped, and the visit has to be booked ahead.
Prambanan
A few miles from Borobudur, this Hindu complex of sharp spires tells the other half of the Javanese story. Both can be seen in one day, and the contrast between them is the real reason not to pick just one.
Tanah Lot
The temple sits on a rock the tide cuts off twice a day, on Bali's west coast. It is one of the most photographed places on the island, and therefore one of the busiest at sunset.
Ubud Monkey Forest
A sacred wood inside the town, with moss-covered temples and a few hundred macaques entirely unafraid of visitors. Anything sticking out of a bag goes missing, which is the most consistent local rule there is.
Mount Bromo
An active cone standing in a caldera of black sand in eastern Java. The climb starts before dawn from the villages on the crater rim, and signal turns unreliable as soon as the track begins.
Komodo National Park
Komodo dragons live nowhere else, and the park covers several islands reached by boat from Labuan Bajo. The currents between them are strong, and coverage stops quickly once you are offshore.
Raja Ampat
This archipelago off north-west Papua holds the highest reef fish diversity ever recorded. You stay in a homestay or on a boat, with no signal, and for many people making the trip that is part of the appeal.
Lake Toba
This lake in northern Sumatra fills the caldera of an eruption that altered the planet's climate. It is large enough to hold an inhabited island at its centre, and the altitude makes the nights cool.
Sources Internet Society Pulse, Datadopt research
Datadopt Observatory
Price per GB in Indonesia: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the lowest price per GB recorded in Indonesia comes down to 0.06 €/GB, across a sample of 2,691 fixed-volume offers retained for the measurement. That floor is reached on large data bundles : a 5 GB plan over 30 days costs noticeably more per GB. The real differentiator is still the depth of the offer : the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip.
Lowest price per GB recorded
0.06 €/GB
Offers in the price sample
2,691
Asia average
0.21 €/GB
World ranking
5 / 215
Indonesia is 71% cheaper than the Asia regional average (0.21 €/GB).
Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
See the eSIM price Observatory by country →Which eSIM providers for Indonesia?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for Indonesia, ranked by best price per GB. Prices are expressed per GB so plans of different sizes can be compared on the same basis.
| Provider | Price per GB | From | Max duration | Hotspot | 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AbesteSIM | 0.30 €/GB | 0.30 € | 30 d | Yes | No |
| Stellar eSIM | 0.30 €/GB | 0.68 € | 30 d | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM.dog | 0.43 €/GB | 0.86 € | 30 d | Yes | No |
| MicroEsim | 0.48 €/GB | 0.79 € | 30 d | Yes | No |
| Billion Connect | 0.50 €/GB | 0.71 € | 7 d | Yes | No |
| Strongesim | 0.60 €/GB | 0.74 € | 30 d | Yes | Yes |
Providers ranked by best price per GB, across plans of at least 1 GB. Source: Datadopt catalogue.
Compare all plans →Device compatibility
eSIM is built into every iPhone XS and later, as well as Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3a+ and most high-end Motorola, Oppo, Sony and Xiaomi models.
Not sure about your device? Check compatibility here.
How to install your eSIM for Indonesia
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/id
- 2. Browse our partners' eSIM offers and choose the data volume and duration that fit your trip.
- 3. Purchase the eSIM plan that best fits your needs on our partner's site.
- 4. Receive a QR code by email after purchase.
- 5. Before you leave or during your stay, add the eSIM to your smartphone (Note: a stable Wi-Fi connection may be required during this step.)
- 5.1. On iPhone: Settings > Mobile Data > Add Plan > Scan the QR code
- 5.2. On Android: Settings > Connections > SIM card manager > Add a mobile plan
- 6. Once you arrive, turn on the data of your eSIM and enjoy reliable internet in Indonesia.
First eSIM? The full walkthrough, with iOS and Android screenshots, lives in our guide how to install an eSIM on your smartphone.
Frequently asked questions
Do eSIMs really work in Indonesia?
Yes. The vast majority of international eSIMs connect to Telkomsel, Indosat or XL Axiata the moment you land at Denpasar or Jakarta.
Do I need a VPN in Indonesia?
No. Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, X and YouTube work normally. A few gambling sites or sensitive platforms may be restricted locally.
Can I keep my home phone number?
Yes. The Indonesia eSIM installs alongside your main line. You keep your home number for bank SMS and two-factor codes.
What's the best eSIM for Bali?
Bali has good 4G coverage in every tourist area (Seminyak, Canggu, Ubud, Uluwatu, Nusa Penida). For a 2 to 3 week trip with maps and ride-share apps, target 10 to 20 GB.
Do eSIMs work in remote areas like Papua?
Telkomsel has the best coverage in remote areas (Raja Ampat, interior Borneo). Other carriers can have gaps. Prefer providers that explicitly mention Telkomsel for these destinations.
Can I share my connection with other devices?
Most Indonesia eSIM plans allow hotspot tethering. The detail appears on each plan page on Datadopt.
How much does an eSIM cost in Indonesia, and is it cheap?
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the lowest price per GB recorded in Indonesia comes down to 0.06 €/GB, across a sample of 2,691 fixed-volume offers retained for the measurement. That floor is reached on large data bundles : a 5 GB plan over 30 days costs noticeably more per GB. The real differentiator is still the depth of the offer : the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip. Indonesia is 71% cheaper than the Asia regional average (0.21 €/GB). In our global ranking of well-covered eSIM markets, Indonesia sits at position 5 of 215 by price per GB (1 = cheapest). Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
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