If you’re travelling abroad, then you’re in luck, as Airtel has recently introduced new postpaid plans that offer free international roaming services. The new recharge offers basic things like unlimited data, calling and SMS, coupled with some additional features like spam and fraud protection. For subscribers who want entertainment on the go, the plans also offer bundled OTT subscriptions. While travelling internationally, consumers can avail 5GB data, 60 minutes of calls, 25 outgoing SMS and free incoming SMS for five days. The new prices will come into effect starting October 8, 2026. Follow along with the article to learn everything we know about the all-new Airtel postpaid plans with free international roaming services.

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Airtel Rs 499 postpaid plan

The Rs 499 plan is the entry-level option in Airtel’s postpaid lineup for individual users. It offers unlimited data and calling, along with additional benefits such as spam and fraud prevention, Xstream Play Premium, and Google One. Subscribers also get one free international roaming trip every year. Users can activate it when they need it.

Airtel Rs 749 postpaid plan

The Rs 749 plan covers two SIMs, and both subscribers get one free international roaming trip every year. The plan comes with unlimited data and calling, coupled with spam and fraud prevention. For entertainment lovers, the recharge plan offers Amazon Prime, JioHotstar and Xstream Play Premium. Furthermore, you also get access to Google One with the postpaid recharge.

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Airtel Rs 1,049 and Rs 1,249 postpaid plans

The Rs 1,049 plan supports three SIMs, while the Rs 1,249 plan supports four. Both the postpaid plans offer unlimited data and calling, spam and fraud prevention. If that’s not already enough, the plan also comes with Apple iCloud+, Apple Music, Amazon Prime, JioHotstar, Xstream Play Premium and Google One. Every SIM holder who is included in the plan gets one free roaming trip.

Airtel Rs 1,449 and Rs 1,799 postpaid plans

Airtel’s Rs 1,449 and Rs 1,799 postpaid plans are entertainment-heavy roaming plans, as with these plans the subscribers get the basic unlimited calling and data benefits. The plans also include Apple iCloud+, Apple Music, Amazon Prime, JioHotstar, Xstream Play Premium and Google One, but what makes these plans different is the inclusion of Netflix Basic and Netflix Standard in the Rs 1,449 and Rs 1,799 plans, respectively. Do note that the Rs 1,449 plan supports four SIM cards, while the Rs 1,799 plan supports 5 SIM cards, with each user getting one free roaming trip.

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Airtel postpaid plan: Price hike

With its new postpaid plans, Airtel has once again increased tariffs, with prices hiked by 3 to 10 per cent. However, the new plans also come with a key benefit: free international roaming. Here’s a quick look at how the old and new plans compare, including the price hikes and what each plan offers.

Airtel postpaid plan: Which one should you choose?

The plan you should opt for mainly depends on your needs and the members in your household. However, it’s important to keep in mind that each of the plans mentioned above offers 5GB data, 60 minutes of calls, 25 outgoing SMS and free incoming SMS for five days as a roaming benefit. Moreover, the user is in charge of when they want the plan to be activated.

Bhaskar Sharma

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