Island, Greece
Internet in Crete: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Crete?
Median fixed broadband in Greece is 91 Mbps and mobile is 133 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés in Heraklion, Chania and Rethymno have decent wifi; villages vary.
Getting online in Crete
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre in Heraklion, Chania and Rethymno from Telekom and Vodafone; around 25–40 EUR a month. Villages may only have VDSL or 4G. |
| Cafés and coworking | Cafés in Heraklion, Chania and Rethymno have decent wifi; villages vary. |
| Tourist SIM | Prepaid SIMs from Telekom, Vodafone and Nova at Athens airport and phone shops; passport needed. EU SIMs roam at home rates. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Telekom (formerly Cosmote), Vodafone, Nova |
| Monthly data plan | €15–30 ($17–34) |
Coworking in Crete
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Europe
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| France | 332 Mbps | 133 Mbps |
| Iceland | 283 Mbps | — |
| Switzerland | 281 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Denmark | 278 Mbps | 161 Mbps |
| Romania | 276 Mbps | 83 Mbps |
| Hungary | 271 Mbps | 94 Mbps |
| Spain | 263 Mbps | 84 Mbps |
| Portugal | 252 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Andorra | 244 Mbps | — |
| Netherlands | 226 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Luxembourg | 221 Mbps | 173 Mbps |
| Poland | 215 Mbps | 109 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Crete?
Median fixed broadband in Greece is 91 Mbps and mobile is 133 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés in Heraklion, Chania and Rethymno have decent wifi; villages vary.
Which SIM card should I get in Crete?
Prepaid SIMs from Telekom, Vodafone and Nova at Athens airport and phone shops; passport needed. EU SIMs roam at home rates.
Can I use an eSIM in Greece?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Greece
- Telekom (formerly Cosmote)
- Vodafone
- Nova
- Heraklion Airport (Fraport Greece)
- Visit Greece
- Ferryhopper
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.