Travelers could save up to 33% by choosing the right eSIM for their trip

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Travelers could save up to 33% by choosing the right eSIM for their tripAuthor of the article:A traveler staying connected on the go. According to Holafly's Travel eSIM Value Index 2026, choosing an exact-day eSIM plan can save travelers up to 33% compared to fixed-duration packages. GNWDUBLIN, Sept. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Imagine you’re travelling abroad for 11 days. You compare a few travel eSIMs, choose the cheapest-looking plan and think you’ve found the best deal. But if that provider only sells 15-day plans, you’ll end up paying for four days you’ll never use. According to Holafly’s Travel eSIM Value Index 2026, this represents one of the most common ways travellers overpay when purchasing a travel eSIM.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountAs more travellers switch to eSIMs for international trips, comparing providers has become increasingly challenging. While most people naturally compare the advertised price of a single plan, the research suggests this can overlook what travellers actually pay once the real length of their trip is taken into account.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againThe Travel eSIM Value Index 2026 analysed official pricing and product information from leading travel eSIM providers, comparing costs across real trip durations ranging from one to 30 days. Rather than focusing solely on headline prices, the research evaluated the true value travellers receive for their spend by factoring in pricing efficiency, bundled benefits and the real cost of covering an entire trip.Across the destinations and trip lengths analysed, Holafly’s exact-day pricing model delivered median savings ranging from 10% to 33% compared with equivalent fixed-duration plans, establishing it as the best value for money eSIM option among the providers evaluated.The difference comes down to how travel eSIM plans are packaged. While some providers only offer predefined durations such as seven, fifteen or thirty days, travellers often end up paying for days they never use.The report demonstrates this through a common travel scenario. For an 11-day trip, a traveller using Airalo would need to purchase a 15-day plan priced at $47.63, while Saily also requires a 15-day plan costing $48.59. In both cases, travellers end up paying for four additional days they do not need. By contrast, Holafly allows travellers to purchase exactly 11 days of coverage for $39.85, meaning they only pay for the days they actually need.Looking at the median cost across trips lasting between one and 30 days, the analysis found consistent differences between providers. Combined with its exact-day pricing model, Holafly delivered the best value for money eSIM, while Saily’s median real-trip cost was 3.7% higher and Airalo’s was 8.4% higher.The findings indicate that finding the best value eSIM for travel requires looking beyond the advertised price of a single plan. Instead, travellers should consider how well a plan matches the length of their trip and the overall value it delivers to identify the best value for money, rather than simply choosing the lowest advertised price.The full Travel eSIM Value Index 2026 is available at Holafly Benchmark Press Report.This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.