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Wednesday, August 28, 2024 Air France-KLM is excited to unveil a groundbreaking partnership with Next OneSIM, a cellular mobile network that is revolutionizing the way travelers stay connected during their international journeys. This innovative collaboration is set to benefit South African travelers flying from Johannesburg and Cape Town, ensuring they enjoy seamless and comprehensive connectivity across more than 50 destinations in Europe and the Americas. Starting August 22, 2024, Air France-KLM passengers will have access to free eSIMs and physical SIM cards, providing them with the ultimate solution for staying connected without the hassle of changing SIM cards or incurring exorbitant roaming fees.

In today’s world, staying connected while traveling is more important than ever. Whether it’s for work, staying in touch with loved ones, or simply navigating a new destination, having reliable mobile connectivity is essential. Recognizing this need, Air France-KLM has partnered with Next OneSIM to offer South African travelers an unprecedented level of connectivity when they land in their international destinations.



The partnership between Air France-KLM and Next OneSIM is designed to provide travelers with a seamless, hassle-free experience. By offering complimentary eSIMs and physical SIM cards, the airline group is ensuring that its customers can stay connected the moment they step off the plane, with no need to search for local SIM cards or worry about high roaming charges. One of the standout features of this collaboration is the Unlimited Messaging for 7 Days package, which is available to all Air France-KLM customers traveling from South Africa.

This package allows travelers to use WhatsApp messaging without any limits for an entire week, enabling them to stay in touch with family, friends, and colleagues at no extra cost. In addition to unlimited messaging, Next OneSIM offers a range of comprehensive connectivity solutions that cater to the varying needs of international travelers. These solutions include both eSIM and physical SIM card options, with plans that cover surfing, streaming, calling, and messaging.

These plans come in various validity periods and data allowances, ensuring that every traveler can find a package that fits their specific needs and budget. Next OneSIM is known for its user-friendly approach, and this partnership with Air France-KLM is no exception. Travelers can complete the onboarding process in just 85 seconds, thanks to WhatsApp-enabled self-service tools.

This swift and efficient process means that travelers can activate their eSIM or physical SIM card quickly and easily, allowing them to focus on enjoying their trip rather than dealing with connectivity issues. For those who do not have eSIM capabilities on their mobile devices, physical SIM cards will be available for collection at airport counters during check-in. Air France-KLM has ensured that an airport team will be on hand to assist customers with the eSIM activation process, providing a smooth and stress-free experience from start to finish.

As part of this collaboration, Air France-KLM customers will have access to exclusive starter packs that offer a range of connectivity options. These starter packs are designed to provide travelers with the best possible value, combining affordability with comprehensive services that meet the needs of today’s connected traveler..

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