Best eSIMs for UK travellers
Airalo vs Holafly compared, what a travel eSIM actually costs, and how to pick the right one for your trip — plus guides for 14 popular destinations.
Airalo or Holafly — which should you pick?
Airalo — best for short trips
Pay-as-you-go data sized to what you actually need — a few pounds buys a small data bundle that easily covers a week away. Cheapest option if you're not staying long or don't need much data.
Browse Airalo plans →Holafly — best for longer stays
Unlimited data at a flat price per day, with the per-day rate dropping the longer you buy. No need to track usage or top up — better value once you're away two weeks or more.
Browse Holafly plans →How much does a travel eSIM actually cost?
For a typical week-long trip, expect somewhere around £8-25 depending on the destination, the data amount, and whether you go pay-as-you-go (Airalo) or unlimited (Holafly). Visiting more than one country on the same trip? Both providers also sell regional eSIMs — for example, one plan covering most of Europe — which usually works out cheaper and simpler than buying a separate eSIM per stop.
Pick your destination
For a full breakdown — local networks, FAQs, and a destination-specific comparison — pick your country below.
