{"id":3888,"date":"2023-11-06T04:40:06","date_gmt":"2023-11-06T04:40:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/?page_id=3888"},"modified":"2023-11-07T01:53:45","modified_gmt":"2023-11-07T01:53:45","slug":"cancun-airport","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/airport-sim-card\/cancun-airport\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to Buy SIM Card at Cancun Airport 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Getting a SIM card at Cancun International Airport can make your life much easier when traveling in Mexico. With a local SIM card, you&#8217;ll have instant access to cellular data and can make local calls, send texts, and use ridesharing or map apps during your trip. Here&#8217;s what you need to know about buying a SIM card after landing at Cancun Airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/Airport-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Where to Buy SIM Card at Cancun Airport 2023\" class=\"wp-image-3893\" srcset=\"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/Airport-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/Airport-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/Airport-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/Airport-1-510x340.jpg 510w, https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/Airport-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><div><div><a href=\"#i-where-to-buy-a-sim-card-at-cancun-airport\">I. Where to Buy a SIM Card at Cancun Airport<\/a><div><div><a href=\"#1-viva-aerobus-counter\">1. Viva Aerobus Counter<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#2-airport-kiosks\">2. Airport Kiosks<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#3-supermarkets-near-the-airpor\">3. Supermarkets Near the Airpor<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div><a href=\"#ii-cancun-airport-sim-card-options-and-costs\">II. Cancun Airport SIM Card Options and Costs<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#iii-what-you-need-to-prepare-for-getting-a-sim-card-at-cancun-airport\">III. What You Need to Prepare for Getting a SIM Card at Cancun Airport<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#iv-e-sim-as-an-alternative-to-sim-card-at-cancun-airport\">IV. eSIM as an Alternative to SIM Card at Cancun Airport<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#v-fa-qs\">V. FAQs<\/a><div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1699239495155\">Do I need to register my SIM card?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1699239503829\">Can I use Uber and WhatsApp with a Mexican SIM?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1699239513137\">How can I recharge my SIM?<\/a><\/div><div><a href=\"#faq-question-1699239530293\">Do SIM cards work in other parts of Mexico?<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div><a href=\"#vi-conclusion\">VI. Conclusion<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-where-to-buy-a-sim-card-at-cancun-airport\">I. Where to Buy a SIM Card at Cancun Airport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cancun Airport has a few options for purchasing SIM cards onsite after you arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-viva-aerobus-counter\">1. Viva Aerobus Counter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/Viva-Aerobus-Counter.jpg\" alt=\"counter\n\" class=\"wp-image-3901\" width=\"839\" height=\"523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/Viva-Aerobus-Counter.jpg 768w, https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/Viva-Aerobus-Counter-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/Viva-Aerobus-Counter-510x318.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 839px) 100vw, 839px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best places to buy a SIM card is at the Viva Aerobus airline counter located before passport control in Terminal 3. They sell SIM cards from Telcel, Mexico&#8217;s largest mobile carrier. A standard prepaid SIM costs around 300 pesos ($15 USD). Make sure to ask for an &#8220;Amigo SIM&#8221; which doesn&#8217;t require registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-airport-kiosks\">2. Airport Kiosks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also a couple small shops and kiosks located in the baggage claim and arrivals area that sell SIM cards from various providers like Telcel, Movistar, and AT&amp;T. Prices are generally around 300 pesos. These kiosks sometimes run out of stock, so go early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-supermarkets-near-the-airpor\">3. Supermarkets Near the Airpor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/chedraui-selecto.jpg\" alt=\"supermarket\n\" class=\"wp-image-3902\" width=\"841\" height=\"558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/chedraui-selecto.jpg 677w, https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/chedraui-selecto-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/chedraui-selecto-510x338.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 841px) 100vw, 841px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t find a good SIM card deal at the airport, another option is to take a taxi to a nearby supermarket like OXXO, 7-Eleven, or Chedraui Selecto. These stores carry a variety of Mexican SIM card brands. Just ask the taxi to wait while you run in and pick one up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ii-cancun-airport-sim-card-options-and-costs\">II. Cancun Airport SIM Card Options and Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the main SIM card options you&#8217;ll find at Cancun Airport and nearby stores:<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <h3 class=\"wpdt-c\"\n        id=\"wdt-table-title-14\">New wpDataTable<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wpdt-c row wpDataTableContainerSimpleTable wpDataTables wpDataTablesWrapper\n\"\n    >\n        <table id=\"wpdtSimpleTable-14\"\n           style=\"border-collapse:collapse;\n                   border-spacing:0px;\"\n           class=\"wpdtSimpleTable wpDataTable\"\n           data-column=\"4\"\n           data-rows=\"5\"\n           data-wpID=\"14\"\n           data-responsive=\"0\"\n           data-has-header=\"0\">\n\n                    <tbody>        <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:12.531328320802%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Operator                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:29.323308270677%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        SIM Option                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:35.087719298246%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Inclusions                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell wpdt-bold wpdt-bc-F5F2FB\"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D1\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"0\"\n                    style=\" width:23.057644110276%;                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Approx. Cost                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Telcel                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Telcel Tourist SIM                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        5GB data, unlimited Mexico calls\/texts                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D2\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"1\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $15-20                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Telcel                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Amigo Sin L\u00edmite                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        20GB data, unlimited Mexico calls\/texts                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D3\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"2\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $25                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        AT&amp;T                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        AT&amp;T Mexico Tourist SIM                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        3GB data, Mexico calls\/texts                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D4\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"3\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $20-25                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                            <tr class=\"wpdt-cell-row \" >\n                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"A5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"0\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        AT&amp;T                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"B5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"1\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Unlimited Mexico Plan                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"C5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"2\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        Unlimited data, calls\/texts                    <\/td>\n                                                <td class=\"wpdt-cell \"\n                                            data-cell-id=\"D5\"\n                    data-col-index=\"3\"\n                    data-row-index=\"4\"\n                    style=\"                    padding:10px;\n                    \"\n                    >\n                                        $30-35                    <\/td>\n                                        <\/tr>\n                    <\/table>\n<\/div><style id='wpdt-custom-style-14'>\n.wpdt-bc-F5F2FB { background-color: #F5F2FB !important;}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Prices may vary depending on the retailer and the SIM card provider.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some SIM cards may require a deposit, which will be refunded when you return the SIM card at the end of your trip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be sure to check the compatibility of your phone with the SIM card you choose.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gigago-block-border\"><strong>Tips:<\/strong> Some SIM cards may not work in all areas of Mexico, so be sure to check the coverage map before you buy a SIM card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iii-what-you-need-to-prepare-for-getting-a-sim-card-at-cancun-airport\">III. What You Need to Prepare for Getting a SIM Card at Cancun Airport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To purchase and activate a SIM card at Cancun Airport, you&#8217;ll need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Unlocked Phone:<\/strong> Your phone must be unlocked to work with a foreign SIM card. Contact your provider in advance to request an unlock.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Passport:<\/strong> Some SIM card providers may ask to see your passport for identity verification when purchasing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cash:<\/strong> Have around 300 Mexican pesos in cash on hand to purchase your SIM.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Charger:<\/strong> Bring a universal charger to recharge your phone. Mexican outlets use Type A and B plugs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>eSIM Alternative:<\/strong> If your phone supports eSIM, you can download a Mexican data plan online in advance instead of a physical SIM card.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iv-e-sim-as-an-alternative-to-sim-card-at-cancun-airport\">IV. eSIM as an Alternative to SIM Card at Cancun Airport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your phone has an embedded eSIM chip, another option is to purchase a Mexican eSIM plan online prior to your trip instead of buying a local SIM card. Some benefits of using eSIM include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/esim-gigago-benefits-1.jpg\" alt=\"esim benefits\" class=\"wp-image-3903\" width=\"840\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/esim-gigago-benefits-1.jpg 816w, https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/esim-gigago-benefits-1-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/esim-gigago-benefits-1-768x397.jpg 768w, https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/esim-gigago-benefits-1-510x264.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Convenience<\/strong> &#8211; eSIM allows instant activation without swapping SIMs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Phone Compatibility <\/strong>&#8211; eSIM requires a newer model iPhone or Android. Many phones still need physical SIMs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Availability <\/strong>&#8211; eSIM plans are still limited compared to regular SIMs in Mexico. Main options are AT&amp;T Mexico and Truphone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pricing<\/strong> &#8211; eSIM pricing tends be slightly higher than regular SIMs. But can still find prepaid eSIMs from around $10 USD<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/esim-gigago-price-1.jpg\" alt=\"esim price\" class=\"wp-image-3904\" width=\"839\" height=\"560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/esim-gigago-price-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/esim-gigago-price-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/11\/esim-gigago-price-1-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 839px) 100vw, 839px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Leave your spare physical SIM card at home and go digital with an eSIM from <a href=\"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/blocks\/popup-home-esim\/\" data-type=\"blocks\" data-id=\"2023\">esim-mexico.com <\/a>by&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gigago.com\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/gigago.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GIGAGO<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/esim-mexico.com\/esim\/mexico-10-days\/\" data-type=\"product\" data-id=\"3104\">esim-mexico.com<\/a><\/strong> offers both short-term and long-term eSIM plans that tap into the major networks in Mexico for data usage and calls.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"v-fa-qs\">V. FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1699239495155\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Do I need to register my SIM card?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Some Mexican SIM cards require passport registration by law. To avoid this, purchase an &#8220;Amigo&#8221; prepaid SIM which doesn&#8217;t need registration.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1699239503829\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I use Uber and WhatsApp with a Mexican SIM?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, a local SIM card will allow you to use ridesharing, messaging, and other apps during your stay.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1699239513137\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How can I recharge my SIM?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can add more data or credits at OXXO and 7-Eleven stores which are widespread in Cancun. Some SIMs also let you recharge online.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1699239530293\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Do SIM cards work in other parts of Mexico?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Telcel and Movistar have the widest coverage around Mexico. An Amigo SIM from Telcel will work throughout most of the country.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vi-conclusion\">VI. Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting SIM card at Cancun Airport is quick and affordable, costing around 300 pesos ($15 USD). Look for prepaid SIMs from major providers like Telcel or Movistar in airport shops or counters. An &#8220;Amigo&#8221; SIM offers the easiest setup without passport registration. With data and local calling, a SIM card can be invaluable for navigating and communicating during your trip in Mexico.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Getting a SIM card at Cancun International Airport can make your life much easier when traveling in Mexico. With a local SIM card, you&#8217;ll have instant access to cellular data and can make local calls, send texts, and use ridesharing or map apps during your trip. 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