Airtel 5G Plus – Plans & Coverage 2026
Airtel 5G Plus is India’s first and fastest 5G network, now available in 600+ cities. Airtel uses a combination of 3500 MHz (mid-band) and 26 GHz (mmWave) spectrum for high-speed 5G connectivity. All Airtel prepaid plans ₹239 and above include unlimited 5G data.
Airtel 5G Prepaid Plans
| Plan | 4G Data/Day | 5G Data | Validity | Calls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ₹239 | 1.5GB | Unlimited | 28 Days | Unlimited |
| ₹299 | 2GB | Unlimited | 28 Days | Unlimited |
| ₹719 | 1.5GB | Unlimited | 84 Days | Unlimited |
| ₹2,999 | 2GB | Unlimited | 365 Days | Unlimited |
Airtel 5G Coverage – Top Cities
- Full Coverage – Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune
- Expanding – Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Indore, Bhopal
- Recently Added – Patna, Ranchi, Guwahati, Bhubaneswar, Vizag, Kochi
Airtel 5G vs Jio 5G – Speed Comparison
| Parameter | Airtel 5G Plus | Jio True 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | NSA + SA | SA (Standalone) |
| Avg Download | 500-700 Mbps | 400-650 Mbps |
| Peak Speed | 1.2 Gbps | 1 Gbps |
| Latency | 8-12ms | 10-15ms |
| Cities Covered | 600+ | 700+ |
| 5G Data Limit | Unlimited | Unlimited |
How to Check Airtel 5G in Your Area
- Open Airtel Thanks app
- Go to “Explore” → “Airtel 5G Plus”
- Enter your location or allow GPS access
- Map shows 5G availability with signal strength
Speed Tip: Airtel 5G Plus uses NSA (Non-Standalone) mode in most cities, which combines 4G and 5G bands for maximum throughput. This is why Airtel often shows higher peak speeds compared to Jio’s SA-only network in speed tests.