EE roaming in Iceland: what it costs, and when an eSIM is cheaper
Data in Iceland is included with Essentials Plus, All Rounder, Full Works, Full Works Plus (plans taken from 29 August 2024) and any plan launched before 7 July 2021. Otherwise, it costs £2.72/day (Daily EU Charge). An eSIM for 7 days and 6 GB costs from $11.00 (Ubigi).
Rates checked on October 21, 2026 in the official price guide · Source: EE
The best eSIMs in Iceland for a week
For 7 days and 6 GB
- 1Best unlimited
GigSky
Unlimited · 7 days
$24.49$3.50 per day- 3.5 GB a day at full speed, then 500 kbps
- Networks: Nova, Síminn, and Vodafone
- Hotspot allowed
- 2Cheapest
Ubigi
10 GB · 7 days
$11.00$1.10 per GB- Lowest total price for 7 days
- Network: Vodafone
- Hotspot allowed
- 3Best price per GB
GoMoWorld
15 GB · 30 days
$12.99$0.87 per GB- Lowest price per GB for this trip
- Hotspot allowed
Three steps, three questions: the best unlimited plan, the cheapest and the best price per GB, from three different providers. How we pick the podium · Affiliate links
EE or an eSIM in Iceland: our verdict
Depending on your plan and trip length, at the prices read on October 21, 2026.
If your plan includes Iceland
Keep EE
With Essentials Plus, All Rounder, Full Works, Full Works Plus (plans taken from 29 August 2024) and any plan launched before 7 July 2021, data in Iceland is included at no extra cost, within your allowance abroad.
Otherwise, with EE
£2.72/day
Daily EU Charge. For 7 days and 6 GB, expect £16.50.
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Data in Iceland with EE: our analysis
What EE’s rate sheet and eSIM prices show, as checked on October 21, 2026.
The right pass for your trip length
- 3 days3 × Daily EU Charge£8.16
- 1 weekWeekly EU Roaming Pass£16.50
- 2 weeks15-days EU Pass£30.00
- 1 month2 × 15-days EU Pass£60.00
Against the cheapest eSIM
EE charges in GBP and the cheapest eSIM is sold in USD: we convert nothing. For a week, expect £16.50 with EE and $11.00 with the eSIM (Ubigi).
eSIMs in Iceland at a glance
- In Iceland, we compare plans from 7 eSIM providers: GigSky, GoMoWorld, Jetpac, Nomad, Orange Travel, Ubigi, and Yesim.
- The cheapest unlimited plan for a week is from GigSky: $24.49 (Unlimited · 7 days).
- A pocket WiFi rents from €58.65 a week (Hippocketwifi); see pocket WiFi rental in Europe.
EE applies the same rate in 5 other destinations we track, including France, Greece, Italy, Portugal, and Spain.
Plan by plan
What applies in Iceland depending on your EE plan.
What EE’s official rate sheet sets out in Iceland, offer by offer. “Included” means at no extra cost, within your allowance abroad: your EE account shows the one on your line.
| Plan or offer | Data in Iceland |
|---|---|
| Daily EU Charge | £2.72/day |
| Essentials Plus, All Rounder, Full Works, Full Works Plus (plans taken from 29 August 2024) | Included |
| any plan launched before 7 July 2021 | Included |
| Weekly EU Roaming Pass | £16.50 for 7 days |
| 15-days EU Pass | £30.00 for 15 days |
What your trip costs
With the EE roaming rate, against today’s cheapest eSIM, for everyday use.
| Trip | With EE | Cheapest eSIM | The offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days · 3 GB | £8.16 3 × Daily EU Charge | $4.99 GoMoWorld | See the plan |
| 7 days · 6 GB | £16.50 Weekly EU Roaming Pass | $11.00 Ubigi | See the plan |
| 14 days · 12 GB | £30.00 15-days EU Pass | $12.99 GoMoWorld | See the plan |
| 30 days · 24 GB | £60.00 2 × 15-days EU Pass | $24.99 GoMoWorld | See the plan |
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Iceland with other UK carriers
The same trip with the other UK carriers we track, from their official rate sheets.
All 5 UK carriers we track include Iceland in at least one plan: EE, giffgaff, O2, Three, and Vodafone.
giffgaff
O2
Vodafone
ThreeTurn off EE roaming and use an eSIM
Four settings, before you leave or on the plane.
- 1
Install the eSIM at home
Buy it and scan its QR code before you leave: with most providers, the plan only starts when you first connect at your destination.
- 2
Keep EE for calls
In your settings, keep your EE line for calls and texts, and pick the eSIM for mobile data.
- 3
Turn off EE roaming
On iPhone: Settings › Cellular › your EE line › Data Roaming. On Android: Settings › Mobile networks › Roaming.
- 4
Keep eSIM roaming on
A travel eSIM uses the local networks: its data roaming must stay on.
EE roaming in Iceland: your questions
Answered from the EE price guide and today’s prices.
Is data in Iceland included in my EE plan?
Yes, with Essentials Plus, All Rounder, Full Works, Full Works Plus (plans taken from 29 August 2024) and any plan launched before 7 July 2021. Otherwise, it costs £2.72/day (Daily EU Charge).
How much does data cost in Iceland with EE?
£2.72/day (Daily EU Charge), so £19.04 for 7 days and 6 GB. An eSIM covering the same week costs from $11.00 (Ubigi), checked on October 21, 2026.
Which EE pass should I get for Iceland?
The best EE option depends on how long you stay: for 3 days, 3 × Daily EU Charge (£8.16); for a week, Weekly EU Roaming Pass (£16.50); for two weeks, 15-days EU Pass (£30.00); for a month, 2 × 15-days EU Pass (£60.00).
EE or an eSIM in Iceland: which is cheaper?
EE charges in GBP and the cheapest eSIM is sold in USD: we convert nothing. For a week, expect £16.50 with EE and $11.00 with the eSIM (Ubigi).
Which UK carriers include Iceland?
All 5 UK carriers we track include Iceland in at least one plan: EE, giffgaff, O2, Three, and Vodafone.
Which network does an eSIM use in Iceland?
The cheapest one-week eSIM (Ubigi) uses Vodafone. Depending on the plan, the 7 providers we compare in Iceland list Nova, Síminn, and Vodafone.
How do I avoid roaming charges in Iceland?
Use a travel eSIM for data and turn off data roaming on your EE line. You keep your number for calls and texts.
Can I keep my EE number with an eSIM?
Yes, on an eSIM-compatible phone: your EE line stays on for calls and texts while the eSIM carries the data.
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