SIM Cards & Internet on Phangan 2026
Updated: July 2026
Quick facts
- 📶 Best operator: AIS
- 💰 30-day SIM: 299–599 baht
- 🛒 Where to buy: 7-Eleven, operator offices
- 📱 eSIM: available with AIS
Operators on Phangan
| Operator | Island coverage | Price (30 days) |
|---|---|---|
| AIS | Excellent, including mountains | 299–599 baht |
| DTAC | Good in town | 299–499 baht |
| True Move | Good in town | 299–499 baht |
Where to buy a SIM on Phangan
- 7-Eleven — in Thong Sala and larger areas
- AIS/DTAC/True offices — Thong Sala, Haad Rin
- Airport (Samui) — convenient to buy on arrival
eSIM for Thailand
If your phone supports eSIM — it's the most convenient option. You can buy and activate it at home before you travel. AIS, Airalo and Holafly offer eSIMs for Thailand. Usually more expensive than a physical SIM, but you keep your home number.
Wi-Fi in cafes and hotels
Wi-Fi is available almost everywhere: cafes, hotels, coworking spaces. Speed varies from slow to very good. For work we recommend having a SIM with a good data plan or using a coworking — they have stable internet.