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Mexico City eSIM

100 Mexico plans · from $3.79

Mexico City is one of the largest urban areas on earth and getting around it means Uber, Didi and live traffic estimates that change by the minute. A travel eSIM lets you book an authorised ride from inside the airport rather than negotiating at the kerb, which is the single most useful thing data does for you here.

Landing at Benito Juárez & Felipe Ángeles (MEX / NLU)

Metro Line 5 reaches Terminal Aérea but effectively bans large luggage, so most arrivals take an authorised taxi or a rideshare from the designated pickup area. Check which airport you are flying into — NLU is over an hour further out than MEX.

eSIM plans that cover Mexico City

Mexico City is covered by every Mexico plan below — there is no separate city-only eSIM to buy.

Choose a data plan

1 GB

7 days· 0.3 GB per $1

$3.79

★ BEST VALUE

Unlimited

1 days· ∞ GB per $1

$4.04

2 GB

15 days· 0.4 GB per $1

$5.81

3 GB

30 days· 0.5 GB per $1

$7.56

Unlimited

3 days· ∞ GB per $1

$9.08

5 GB

30 days· 0.5 GB per $1

$10.95

Unlimited

5 days· ∞ GB per $1

$14.10

10 GB

30 days· 0.7 GB per $1

$16.60

Unlimited

7 days· ∞ GB per $1

$19.11

20 GB

30 days· 0.9 GB per $1

$26.66

Unlimited

10 days· ∞ GB per $1

$26.66

Unlimited

15 days· ∞ GB per $1

$39.23

50 GB

30 days· 1.0 GB per $1

$58.09

Unlimited

30 days· ∞ GB per $1

$76.92

20 GB

Americas + US + CA only

60 days· 0.3 GB per $1

$83.23

Which networks you'll be on in Mexico City

Siima eSIMs for Mexico ride Telcel and AT&T Mexico. Telcel has by far the widest national footprint, including the Yucatán and the Pacific coast; AT&T is competitive within the capital itself.

Coverage around Mexico City

Metro and Metrobús

Station coverage is good across the network, but tunnel coverage between stations is inconsistent — noticeably worse than in comparable capitals. The above-ground Metrobús lines hold signal throughout.

Roma, Condesa and Centro Histórico

Dense 4G/5G across the neighbourhoods most visitors stay in. The Centro's colonial buildings weaken indoor signal but outdoor coverage is reliable.

Chapultepec and Xochimilco

Chapultepec park and the museums are well covered. The Xochimilco canals have workable signal on the main trajinera routes and thin out on the quieter southern channels.

Teotihuacán

The pyramid complex has coverage across the site and along the Avenue of the Dead. The bus route north from Terminal del Norte holds signal the whole way.

How much data you need

Mexico City runs on rideshare and maps: 4–6 GB for a week is realistic. If you are continuing to Oaxaca, Cancún or Baja, the same country plan covers all of it.

Work it out with our data usage calculator →

Frequently asked questions

Can I use the same eSIM in Mexico City and Cancún or Tulum?
Yes. Siima plans for Mexico are country-wide — Mexico City, the Riviera Maya, Oaxaca, Guadalajara and Baja are all on the same eSIM. Coverage is strong in the resort areas and thinner in the jungle around the cenotes.
Is mobile data reliable on the Mexico City metro?
In stations, generally yes. Between stations the tunnel coverage is patchy and drops are common, so download your route in advance rather than relying on live directions underground.
How do I set up an eSIM before arriving in Mexico City?
Install it at home while you still have Wi-Fi: open Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM and scan the QR code from your Siima confirmation email. Leave the line switched off until you land — the plan starts counting from first use in Mexico, not from purchase.
How much data do I need for a trip to Mexico City?
Mexico City runs on rideshare and maps: 4–6 GB for a week is realistic. If you are continuing to Oaxaca, Cancún or Baja, the same country plan covers all of it.
Is an eSIM cheaper than roaming in Mexico City?
Almost always. Daily roaming passes from most home carriers run $10–15 per day, while Siima plans covering Mexico City start from $3.79 for the whole trip. You also avoid per-megabyte charges if you exceed a roaming pass allowance.
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