Town in Ma'an Governorate, Jordan
Internet in Petra: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Petra?
Median fixed broadband in Jordan is 194 Mbps and mobile is 46 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-03). Wifi in most hotels and cafés; mobile data is good in town, weaker inside the canyon.
Getting online in Petra
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre in some Wadi Musa buildings; most visitors stay in hotels with wifi. |
| Cafés and coworking | Wifi in most hotels and cafés; mobile data is good in town, weaker inside the canyon. |
| Tourist SIM | Zain, Orange and Umniah booths at Queen Alia airport arrivals and shops in town; passport needed. Data is cheap. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Zain Jordan, Orange Jordan, Umniah |
| Monthly data plan | JD5–10 ($7.1–14.1) |
Coworking in Petra
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Middle East
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Petra?
Median fixed broadband in Jordan is 194 Mbps and mobile is 46 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-03). Wifi in most hotels and cafés; mobile data is good in town, weaker inside the canyon.
Which SIM card should I get in Petra?
Zain, Orange and Umniah booths at Queen Alia airport arrivals and shops in town; passport needed. Data is cheap.
Can I use an eSIM in Jordan?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Jordan
- Zain Jordan
- Orange Jordan
- Umniah
- Petra Development & Tourism Region Authority
- Jordan Pass
- Visit Jordan
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 Spotted something out of date?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.