Telstra roaming in Iceland: what it costs, and when an eSIM is cheaper
With Telstra, data in Iceland costs A$3.00/MB (Not eligible for Day Pass). An eSIM covering 7 days and 6 GB costs from $11.00 (Ubigi).
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
Telstra or an eSIM in Iceland: our verdict
Depending on your plan and trip length, at the prices read on October 22, 2026.
Your Telstra plan
Not included
No plan on Telstra’s rate sheet includes Iceland: data there costs extra.
With Telstra
A$3.00/MB
Not eligible for Day Pass.
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Data in Iceland with Telstra: our analysis
What Telstra’s rate sheet and eSIM prices show, as checked on October 22, 2026.
Without a pass
Without a pass, Telstra charges A$3.00/MB for data: 100 MB comes to A$300.00.
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.
Plan by plan
What applies in Iceland depending on your Telstra plan.
What Telstra’s official rate sheet sets out in Iceland, offer by offer. No plan includes it: each offer below is charged on top of your subscription.
| Plan or offer | Data in Iceland | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Not eligible for Day Pass: Pay-As-You-Go roaming (data AUD 3/MB, SMS AUD 0.75, voice AUD 5.00/min) | A$3.00/MB | Upfront plans cannot roam here (use local Wi-Fi). Pay-as-you-go can be far more expensive than a Day Pass according to Telstra. |
What your trip costs
With the Telstra roaming rate, against today’s cheapest eSIM, for everyday use.
| Trip | With Telstra | Cheapest eSIM | The offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days · 3 GB | A$3.00/MB | $4.99 GoMoWorld | See the plan |
| 7 days · 6 GB | A$3.00/MB | $11.00 Ubigi | See the plan |
| 14 days · 12 GB | A$3.00/MB | $12.99 GoMoWorld | See the plan |
| 30 days · 24 GB | A$3.00/MB | $24.99 GoMoWorld | See the plan |
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Iceland with other Australian carriers
The same trip with the other Australian carriers we track, from their official rate sheets.
None of the 3 Australian carriers we track includes Iceland in a plan.
| Carrier | Included with | A week (6 GB) |
|---|---|---|
 Optus | — | A$35.00 7 × Optus Daily Roaming |
 Vodafone Australia | — | A$35.00 $35 Roaming Add-on, 7 days, 7GB, 350 min, 250 texts |
Turn off Telstra 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 Telstra for calls
In your settings, keep your Telstra line for calls and texts, and pick the eSIM for mobile data.
- 3
Turn off Telstra roaming
On iPhone: Settings › Cellular › your Telstra 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.
Telstra roaming in Iceland: your questions
Answered from the Telstra price guide and today’s prices.
Is data in Iceland included in my Telstra plan?
No, not with the standard Telstra plan: A$3.00/MB (Not eligible for Day Pass).
How much does data cost in Iceland with Telstra?
A$3.00/MB (Not eligible for Day Pass). An eSIM covering the same week costs from $11.00 (Ubigi), checked on October 22, 2026.
What does Telstra charge in Iceland without a pass?
Without a pass, Telstra charges A$3.00/MB for data: 100 MB comes to A$300.00.
Which Australian carriers include Iceland?
None of the 3 Australian carriers we track includes Iceland in a plan.
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 Telstra line. You keep your number for calls and texts.
Can I keep my Telstra number with an eSIM?
Yes, on an eSIM-compatible phone: your Telstra line stays on for calls and texts while the eSIM carries the data.
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