Madrid
Experience the lively atmosphere of La Latina and feast on churros in Chocolatería San Ginés.
Before you fly to Spain, ensure mobile data access the moment you land in Madrid with a travel eSIM, avoiding unexpected roaming bills.
Built for short trips and long stays alike — if you fall into any of these, you're sorted.
Movistar offers extensive coverage across urban and rural areas, making it reliable for countryside excursions. Vodafone excels in major cities like Madrid and Barcelona, especially indoors and in transit hubs.
A rough guide to pick the right plan — your real usage depends on how much you stream and share.
Maps, messaging, email and the occasional search. Enough to stay oriented and in touch.
Social feeds, browsing, music and some video. The sweet spot for most travelers.
Video calls, lots of streaming and tethering your laptop or sharing a hotspot.
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Switching to an eSIM while visiting Spain offers unparalleled convenience.
Pocket WiFi, roaming and airport SIM cards all work — here's how they stack up against an eSIM.
| Telekonek eSIM | Pocket WiFi | Roaming | Airport SIM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Scan a QR code before you fly | Reserve, then collect and return a device | Already on your home plan | Queue at a kiosk after you land |
| Ready when you land | Yes — connects on arrival | Only after pick-up | Yes | After you find a counter |
| Keep your number | Yes | Yes | Yes | No — you swap out your SIM |
| Extra device to carry | No | Yes — a hotspot to charge | No | No |
| Typical cost | Low, prepaid up front | Daily rental, often a deposit | Usually the most expensive | Varies, often paid in cash |
| Multiple travelers | One eSIM each | Share one hotspot | Charged per line | One SIM each |
Connection-tested in the cities travelers actually visit.
Experience the lively atmosphere of La Latina and feast on churros in Chocolatería San Ginés.
Wander through the Gothic Quarter and admire Gaudí's masterpiece, Sagrada Familia.
Enjoy tapas in Triana and explore the majestic Alcázar palace.
Use WhatsApp for free messaging and calls over WiFi, popular in Spain.
Download offline maps from Google Maps to save data when visiting remote regions.
Enable WiFi calling to reduce cellular data usage in areas with strong WiFi, like cafes in El Born, Barcelona.
Disable background app refresh on iOS to conserve data while exploring Spanish cities.
Top up your eSIM data plan using the provider's app; Movistar and Vodafone support this.
Check for free WiFi in major transport hubs like Atocha Station in Madrid.
Most recent iPhone, Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, and cellular iPad models support eSIM — but not every model does. Check your exact device in our compatibility guide before you buy.
Heading beyond Spain? These travel eSIMs install the same way — scan before you fly, data the moment you land.