Cheapest Data Plans for Tourists in the Philippines
On a tight budget? These are the lowest-cost SIM and eSIM options, sorted by price so you can find the cheapest plan for your trip.
Updated February 2026
Our recommendation
Airalo1GB / 7 days
eSIMAiralo's 1 GB / 7-day eSIM at just $3.50 (~₱200) is the cheapest option overall. For physical SIM, DITO's Flexi at ₱99 for 7 days can't be beat.
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Top pickCheapest
Smart1-day Unli Data
₱75
Dataunlimited
Validity1 day
TypePhysical SIM
NetworkSmart
Longest validity
DITOUnli 30 days
₱299
Dataunlimited
Validity30 days
TypePhysical SIM
NetworkDITO
GlobeTraveler SIM 80GB
₱1,500
Data80GB + unli calls/texts
Validity30 days
TypePhysical SIM
NetworkGlobe
Frequently asked questions
DITO Flexi at ₱99 (about $1.75 USD) for 7 days with 5 GB. For eSIM, Airalo starts at $3.50 for 1 GB / 7 days.
Yes. Even budget plans use the same cell towers as premium plans. DITO has newer infrastructure that's fast in cities. Airalo rides Smart's established network.
Only if you stick to messaging, maps (download offline maps first), and light browsing. Any social media scrolling or video calls will burn through 1 GB fast.