🇮🇩 Best SIM cards for Indonesia
Comparing 32 plans from 4 providers
💡 Telkomsel (Simpati/Loop) has the best national coverage across Indonesia's 17,000+ islands, including Lombok, Flores, Sulawesi and remote areas — essential if you plan to travel beyond Bali or Java. XL Axiata is popular in Bali and Java with competitive prices. Data is extremely affordable (20–50 GB for $3–8). Coverage in Bali is excellent. Very remote areas (Raja Ampat, Komodo island, deep Kalimantan) may have limited or no signal — download offline maps before heading off the beaten path.
| Provider | Type | Data | Validity | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provider Nomad★ Recommended | TypeeSIM | Data1.00 GB | Validity7 days | Price $4.00Best price | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | Data1.00 GB | Validity7 days | Price $4.79 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Perfect for a short trip or arrival day. | TypeeSIM | Data1.00 GB | Validity7 days | Price $4.79 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly★ Recommended Holafly 1-day eSIM. Activate before boarding, works from the moment you land. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity1 days | Price $5.90 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad★ Recommended | TypeeSIM | Data3.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $8.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Local Indonesia network. Bali, Jakarta, Lombok, Komodo. | TypeeSIM | Data3.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $8.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | Data3.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $8.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity3 days | Price $11.90 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data5.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $12.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | Data5.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $13.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Best balance of data and price for Indonesia. | TypeeSIM | Data5.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $13.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity5 days | Price $18.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data15.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $18.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data10.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $19.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity5 days | Price $20.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Best value for Indonesia. Full month. | TypeeSIM | Data10.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $21.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | Data10.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $21.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad 20 GB across Asia-Pacific: Japan, Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia and more. | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $22.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Airalo Unlimited on Hutchinson (3). Good for Bali and Java. Signal varies on remote islands. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity7 days | Price $27.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity7 days | Price $27.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly Unlimited on XL/Telkomsel. Bali, Java, Lombok covered. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity7 days | Price $27.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity10 days | Price $33.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity45 days | Price $33.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Heavy data users — streaming, remote work. | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $35.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $35.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity10 days | Price $36.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data50.00 GB | Validity45 days | Price $41.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity5 days | Price $48.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly★ Recommended | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity15 days | Price $50.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Airalo Unlimited on Hutchinson for longer Indonesia stays. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity30 days | Price $69.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly Full month unlimited across Indonesian islands. XL/Telkomsel. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity30 days | Price $73.90 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity30 days | Price $73.90 | Get this SIM |
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Hassle-free way
Order your eSIM before departure — nothing to buy on arrival. Works from the moment you land.
Best option for short trips or if you don't want to deal with local operator stores.
About these providers
Strengths
- +Largest selection — 200+ countries, multiple local operators per country
- +Very competitive data-capped plans (cheapest overall for data)
- +Instant QR code activation — works within seconds
- +Excellent iOS & Android app with real-time data tracking
- +Physical SIM available for some destinations
Weaknesses
- −Data-only — no calls or SMS on most plans
- −Too many options can be overwhelming
- −Prices displayed in AUD (confusing for non-Australians)
- −Customer support can be slow
Strengths
- +Unlimited data on ALL plans — no data stress ever
- +1-day plans from $5.90 — perfect for arrival day
- +Simple pricing — few options, no confusion
- +Live chat customer support
- +Social media (WhatsApp, Instagram) always free on top
Weaknesses
- −More expensive than Airalo for stays over 10 days
- −Data-only — no calls or SMS
- −No physical SIM option
Strengths
- +Best multi-country regional plans in the market
- +Global plans up to 180 days or 1 year — ideal for long trips
- +Simple, clean interface — easy to choose
- +Competitive pricing for multi-destination trips
Weaknesses
- −Fewer individual country options than Airalo
- −Data-only — no calls or SMS
- −Less name recognition than Airalo/Holafly
Strengths
- +Made by Nord Security — the NordVPN creators (trusted brand)
- +Often cheaper than Airalo for data-capped plans
- +150+ countries covered
- +Clean app with real-time data usage tracker
- +Flexible packages: 1 GB to 20 GB
Weaknesses
- −Data-capped only — no unlimited plans
- −Newer provider (launched 2023) — fewer user reviews
- −No physical SIM
Getting a local SIM in Indonesia
🏪Where to buy
Airport kiosks at Soekarno-Hatta (CGK, Jakarta), Ngurah Rai (DPS, Bali) and Juanda (SUB, Surabaya) — clearly visible in the arrivals hall. In Bali: SIMs sold everywhere in tourist areas (Kuta, Seminyak, Ubud, Canggu). In Jakarta: Alfamart and Indomaret convenience stores (on every street), plus operator stores in malls (Grand Indonesia, Plaza Indonesia). Top-up credit (pulsa) is available at any Alfamart/Indomaret.
📄Documents needed
Passport required. Indonesia mandates SIM registration with a valid ID. For tourists, passport registration is done at the airport kiosk or via the operator's app after purchase. The operator scans your passport and links the SIM to your identity. This became mandatory from 2018.
💡Tips & coverage
Telkomsel (Simpati/Loop) has the best national coverage across Indonesia's 17,000+ islands, including Lombok, Flores, Sulawesi and remote areas — essential if you plan to travel beyond Bali or Java. XL Axiata is popular in Bali and Java with competitive prices. Data is extremely affordable (20–50 GB for $3–8). Coverage in Bali is excellent. Very remote areas (Raja Ampat, Komodo island, deep Kalimantan) may have limited or no signal — download offline maps before heading off the beaten path.
Local SIM prices in Indonesia
Typical cost if you buy a physical SIM card on arrival (for comparison only).
| Data | Validity | Est. price |
|---|---|---|
| 20.00 GB | 30 days | $3.00–$8.00 |
Prices are estimates based on tourist SIM cards available locally. Actual prices vary by operator and date.