Apple iPhone Air: Best plans, prices, and deals in Australia

Alex Choros - Managing Editor + Group Telco Editor

Last updated 29 September 2026

Contents

In this iPhone Air guide:

iPhone Air plans
iPhone Air price
iPhone Air features
iPhone Air plan providers
How to choose the best iPhone Air plan for you

This year's iPhone launch was a bit different than usual. While we got an iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, Apple has yet to launch a successor to the iPhone Air. As such, the iPhone Air will still be the go to for anyone looking for Apple's thinnest non-folding phone.

In this guide, we'll look at plans, deals, pricing, and key features for the iPhone Air.

iPhone Air plans

The Phone Air is available on mobile plans from Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone, although Optus is currently listing the iPhone Air as out of stock. It is not clear whether Optus will range the iPhone Air again.

All three providers give you the choice of 24-month and 36-month repayment terms. A 24-month term means you own your iPhone Air faster, while a 36-month term results in a cheaper monthly bill. Vodafone also recently started offering 48-month repayment terms, for those looking for an even cheaper bill.

36-month iPhone Air plans

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $75.06/mth Min. cost $1,337.16 Out of stock	$75.06/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,337.16	Out of stock
#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $97.75/mth Min. cost $1,944 Go to Site	$97.75/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,944	Go to Site
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $102.75/mth Min. cost $1,949 Go to Site	$102.75/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,949	Go to Site
#4	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $105.06/mth Min. cost $1,367.16 Out of stock	$105.06/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,367.16	Out of stock
#5	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $106.06/mth Min. cost $1,368.16 Out of stock	$106.06/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,368.16	Out of stock
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $107.75/mth Min. cost $1,954 Go to Site	$107.75/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,954	Go to Site
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $126.06/mth Min. cost $1,388.16 Out of stock	$126.06/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,388.16	Out of stock
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Essential Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $126.75/mth Min. cost $1,973 Link not supplied	$126.75/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,973	Link not supplied
#9	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $126.75/mth Min. cost $1,973 Link not supplied	$126.75/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,973	Link not supplied
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $15 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Premium Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $136.75/mth Min. cost $1,983 Link not supplied	$136.75/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,983	Link not supplied

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $86.18/mth Min. cost $1,737.48 Out of stock	$86.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,737.48	Out of stock
#2	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $108.86/mth Min. cost $2,343.96 Go to Site	$108.86/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,343.96	Go to Site
#3	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $113.86/mth Min. cost $2,348.96 Go to Site	$113.86/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,348.96	Go to Site
#4	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $116.18/mth Min. cost $1,767.48 Out of stock	$116.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,767.48	Out of stock
#5	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $117.18/mth Min. cost $1,768.48 Out of stock	$117.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,768.48	Out of stock
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $118.86/mth Min. cost $2,353.96 Go to Site	$118.86/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,353.96	Go to Site
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $137.18/mth Min. cost $1,788.48 Out of stock	$137.18/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,788.48	Out of stock
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Essential Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $137.86/mth Min. cost $2,372.96 Link not supplied	$137.86/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,372.96	Link not supplied
#9	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $137.86/mth Min. cost $2,372.96 Link not supplied	$137.86/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,372.96	Link not supplied
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $15 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Premium Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $147.86/mth Min. cost $2,382.96 Link not supplied	$147.86/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,382.96	Link not supplied

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $97.28/mth Min. cost $2,137.08 Out of stock	$97.28/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,137.08	Out of stock
#2	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $127.28/mth Min. cost $2,167.08 Out of stock	$127.28/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,167.08	Out of stock
#3	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments $128.28/mth Min. cost $2,168.08 Out of stock	$128.28/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,168.08	Out of stock
#4	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $131.08/mth Min. cost $3,143.88 Go to Site	$131.08/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,143.88	Go to Site
#5	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $136.08/mth Min. cost $3,148.88 Go to Site	$136.08/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,148.88	Go to Site
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Includes $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $141.08/mth Min. cost $3,153.88 Go to Site	$141.08/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,153.88	Go to Site
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 36 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $148.28/mth Min. cost $2,188.08 Out of stock	$148.28/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,188.08	Out of stock
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Essential Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $160.08/mth Min. cost $3,172.88 Link not supplied	$160.08/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,172.88	Link not supplied
#9	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments $160.08/mth Min. cost $3,172.88 Link not supplied	$160.08/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,172.88	Link not supplied
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 36 mths device payments Deal: Get $15 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Premium Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $170.08/mth Min. cost $3,182.88 Link not supplied	$170.08/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,182.88	Link not supplied

24-month iPhone Air plans

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $93.09/mth Min. cost $1,337.16 Out of stock	$93.09/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,337.16	Out of stock
#2	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $123.09/mth Min. cost $1,367.16 Out of stock	$123.09/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,367.16	Out of stock
#3	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments $124.09/mth Min. cost $1,368.16 Out of stock	$124.09/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,368.16	Out of stock
#4	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Includes $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $124.12/mth Min. cost $1,943.88 Go to Site	$124.12/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,943.88	Go to Site
#5	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Includes $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $129.12/mth Min. cost $1,948.88 Go to Site	$129.12/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,948.88	Go to Site
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Includes $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $134.12/mth Min. cost $1,953.88 Go to Site	$134.12/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,953.88	Go to Site
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $144.09/mth Min. cost $1,388.16 Out of stock	$144.09/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,388.16	Out of stock
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Essential Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $153.12/mth Min. cost $1,972.88 Link not supplied	$153.12/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,972.88	Link not supplied
#9	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments $153.12/mth Min. cost $1,972.88 Link not supplied	$153.12/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,972.88	Link not supplied
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $15 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Premium Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $163.12/mth Min. cost $1,982.88 Link not supplied	$163.12/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,982.88	Link not supplied

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $109.77/mth Min. cost $1,737.48 Out of stock	$109.77/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,737.48	Out of stock
#2	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $139.77/mth Min. cost $1,767.48 Out of stock	$139.77/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,767.48	Out of stock
#3	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments $140.77/mth Min. cost $1,768.48 Out of stock	$140.77/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,768.48	Out of stock
#4	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Includes $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $140.79/mth Min. cost $2,343.96 Go to Site	$140.79/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,343.96	Go to Site
#5	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Includes $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $145.79/mth Min. cost $2,348.96 Go to Site	$145.79/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,348.96	Go to Site
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Includes $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $150.79/mth Min. cost $2,353.96 Go to Site	$150.79/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,353.96	Go to Site
#7	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $160.77/mth Min. cost $1,788.48 Out of stock	$160.77/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $1,788.48	Out of stock
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Essential Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $169.79/mth Min. cost $2,372.96 Link not supplied	$169.79/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,372.96	Link not supplied
#9	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments $169.79/mth Min. cost $2,372.96 Link not supplied	$169.79/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,372.96	Link not supplied
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $15 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Premium Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $179.79/mth Min. cost $2,382.96 Link not supplied	$179.79/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,382.96	Link not supplied

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $126.42/mth Min. cost $2,137.08 Out of stock	$126.42/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,137.08	Out of stock
#2	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments Deal: Upgrade & Protect included when you add a phone on a payment plan. Plus, get up to $10/mth SubHub credit for 12 mths. T&Cs apply. $156.42/mth Min. cost $2,167.08 Out of stock	$156.42/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,167.08	Out of stock
#3	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments $157.42/mth Min. cost $2,168.08 Out of stock	$157.42/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,168.08	Out of stock
#4	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Includes $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $174.12/mth Min. cost $3,143.88 Go to Site	$174.12/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,143.88	Go to Site
#5	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device 24 mths device payments SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $177.42/mth Min. cost $2,188.08 Out of stock	$177.42/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $2,188.08	Out of stock
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $68 Medium Plan 220GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Includes $18/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $179.12/mth Min. cost $3,148.88 Go to Site	$179.12/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,148.88	Go to Site
#7	Vodafone	Vodafone $78 Large Plan 420GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Includes $23/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $184.12/mth Min. cost $3,153.88 Go to Site	$184.12/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,153.88	Go to Site
#8	Telstra	Telstra $84 Essential Upfront Mobile Plan 180GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $10 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Essential Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $203.12/mth Min. cost $3,172.88 Link not supplied	$203.12/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,172.88	Link not supplied
#9	Telstra	Telstra $74 Basic Upfront Mobile Plan 50GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments $203.12/mth Min. cost $3,172.88 Link not supplied	$203.12/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,172.88	Link not supplied
#10	Telstra	Telstra $99 Premium Upfront Mobile Plan 300GB data Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices 24 mths device payments Deal: Get $15 off for first 12 months on new Upfront Premium Mobile Plan. New services only. Ends 05.10.26 $213.12/mth Min. cost $3,182.88 Link not supplied	$213.12/mth (plan + phone) Min. cost $3,182.88	Link not supplied

Looking for a different 2025 iPhone model?

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How much does the iPhone Air cost in Australia?

The iPhone Air launched at $1,799, but thanks to a recent price rise, it now costs a minimum of $1,899. Here's full pricing for the 2025 iPhones:

2025 iPhone pricing

Phone	RRP	Check price on
iPhone 17e (256GB)	$1,149	Amazon
iPhone 17e (512GB)	$1,549	Amazon
iPhone 17 (256GB)	$1,549	Amazon
iPhone 17 (512GB)	$1,849	Amazon
iPhone Air (256GB)	$1,899	Amazon
iPhone Air (512GB)	$2,299	Amazon
iPhone Air (1TB)	$3,099	Amazon
iPhone 17 Pro (256GB)*	$1,999	Amazon
iPhone 17 Pro (512GB)*	$2,399	Amazon
iPhone 17 Pro (1TB)*	$2,799	Amazon
iPhone 17 Pro Max (256GB)*	$2,199	Amazon
iPhone 17 Pro Max (512GB)*	$2,599	Amazon
iPhone 17 Pro Max (1TB)*	$2,999	Amazon
iPhone 17 Pro Max (2TB)*	$3,799	Amazon

^{*iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max were discontinued in September 2026. While the iPhone 17e, iPhone 17, and iPhone Air got price increases when the iPhone 18 Pro launched, this wasn't the case for the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. As such, we're still listing their launch pricing here. You should be able to find them cheaper, however.}

iPhone Air review: Vibes and compromise

The iPhone Air is certainly Apple's most interesting 2025 handset. It's a joy to use, but a single rear-facing camera and a "just okay" battery life are tough compromises to make when even the cheaper iPhone 17 gives you more. There's nothing pragmatic about the iPhone Air, but it sure is cool in a way most gadgets aren't these days.

iPhone Air features

iPhone Air design

The iPhone Air replaced the "Plus" model in Apple's 2025 iPhone lineup, and as the name may suggest, it's pretty damn thin. It measures in at 5.6mm at its slimmest point, and weighs just 165 grams. It's even slimmer than Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge.

The iPhone Air features a 6.5-inch display with an anti-reflective coating, a 120Hz refresh rate, and always-on, which Plus models didn't have. It's Apple's only titanium phone in the 2025 range, and is protected with Ceramic Shield 2 on the front and back. Ceramic Shield 2 is said to be three times more scratch-resistant than the previous generation.

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iPhone Air camera

The iPhone Air has a single 48MP "fusion" camera on the back. This doubles as both a primary lens and a 2x optical zoom lens.

Like other 2025 iPhone models, the iPhone Air has an 18MP selfie camera. Dubbed the "Center Stage" camera, this is backed by an unusual square sensor. This enables landscape selfie photos while still holding the phone vertically, and face tracking when making video calls.

iPhone Air camera samples

Check out these camera samples taken on the iPhone Air. Click or tap on any photo to see a larger version.

iPhone Air battery

The iPhone Air has the smallest battery out of any 2025 iPhone model, but Apple says it is still able to get up to 28 hours of video playback per charge. In our testing, we found the iPhone Air battery was just okay.

You should be able to get at least 4.5 hours of screen time per charge, which is a full day, but with almost no buffer. Depending on your usage, you might be able to get an hour or so more each charge.

Apple is also selling a new slim MagSafe Battery accessory for the iPhone Air. This will set you back $159, but will take the battery life to up to 40 hours of video playback. Naturally, the MagSafe Battery does add some bulk to the back of the phone.

iPhone Air processor

The iPhone Air is powered by an A19 Pro chipset with five GPU cores.

iPhone Air eSIM

The iPhone Air doesn't take a physical SIM card; instead, you need an eSIM.

eSIM (an electronic SIM or embedded SIM) is a rewritable SIM card that’s built directly into the phone. It never leaves your phone. Instead, you simply download a "software SIM" from your provider of choice.

Apple has been shipping phones with eSIM support since 2018, and telco support in Australia is pretty robust. Out of the 30 mobile providers in WhistleOut's database, 21 currently offer eSIM plans. You'll need a plan from one of these providers if you don't plan on buying your iPhone Air on a plan from Telstra, Optus, or Vodafone. Here's a summary of your options:

Major eSIM providers Australia

Provider	Postpaid eSIM	Prepaid eSIM
Telstra
Optus
Vodafone
Everyday Mobile
Kogan Mobile
amaysim	-
Lebara	-
felix Mobile	-
Superloop	-
Exetel	-
TPG	-
iiNet	-
Boost Mobile	-
Yomojo	-
LycaMobile	-
ALDI Mobile	-
Tangerine		-
More		-
SpinTel		-
AGL		-
Southern Phone		-
Belong		-
MATE		-

And here are the most popular SIM-only plans with eSIM support in our database:

#1	SpinTel Editor's Pick	SpinTel Editor's Pick $23 Mobile Plan 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Optus 5G in selected areas with 5G devices ex. NT WhistleOut Special: Enjoy $11 off for the first 6 months for new customers - $12/mth for first 6 months, then $23/mth $12.00/mth Min. cost $12 Go to Site	$12.00/mth Min. cost $12	Go to Site
#2	Boost Mobile	Boost Mobile $39 Prepaid 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Grab a $39 SIM for $13 – save $26. Hurry! Offer ends 05.10.26. Terms Apply $39.00 Per 28 Day Renewal Go to Site	$39.00 Per 28 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#3	TPG Editor's Pick	TPG Editor's Pick 30GB Small Plan 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: 50% off - $15/mth for first 6 months, then $30/mth ongoing. Available until withdrawn. T&Cs apply. $15.00 Per 1 Month Renewal Link not supplied	$15.00 Per 1 Month Renewal	Link not supplied
#4	Yomojo	Yomojo Starter 29GB Plan 29GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps On the Optus 4G Plus Mobile Network $24.90 Per 30 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$24.90 Per 30 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#5	Tangerine Telecom	Tangerine Telecom 30GB 5G Mobile SIM 30GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks Deal: 50% off plan fees for 4 months - $15/mth for 4 months then $30/mth. Offer available until withdrawn. $30.00/mth Min. cost $15 Go to Site	$30.00/mth Min. cost $15	Go to Site
#6	Vodafone	Vodafone $58 Small SIM Only Plan 65GB data Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes $13/mth off plan fees for first 12 months when you stay connected to this plan. Ends 29.10.26. T&Cs apply. $45.00/mth Min. cost $45 Go to Site	$45.00/mth Min. cost $45	Go to Site
#7	felix mobile	felix mobile felix 25GB Mobile Plan 25GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Vodafone 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Get 50% off your first 3 mths when you switch to felix. $15/mth for first 3 mths, then $30/mth. Use promo code FELIX50. T+Cs apply $30.00 Per 1 Month Renewal Go to Site	$30.00 Per 1 Month Renewal	Go to Site
#8	Exetel	Exetel Plus One eSIM Plan 130GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Uses parts of Telstra’s 5G and 4G mobile networks $40.00 Per 30 Day Renewal Go to Site	$40.00 Per 30 Day Renewal	Go to Site
#9	Telstra	Telstra $54 Pre-Paid Mobile 75GB data at download speeds up to 150Mbps Telstra 5G Network in selected areas with 5G devices Deal: Includes 40GB activation bonus for first 3 recharges, 35GB from your fourth. Ends 01.01.2027 $54.00 Per 28 Day Renewal Link not supplied	$54.00 Per 28 Day Renewal	Link not supplied
#10	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $39.00/mth Min. cost $39 Go to Site	$39.00/mth Min. cost $39	Go to Site

iPhone Air 5G

The iPhone Air naturally has 5G connectivity. WhistleOut's coverage checker tool has 5G coverage maps, making it easy to see whether you can get 5G. All you need to do is pop in your address when searching for a new phone plan. After you've done so and hit Search, you can jump straight to the coverage map by tapping See Coverage Map and then tapping Click To Activate Interactive Map.

This map will show you what kind of coverage you have in your area. 5G coverage is highlighted using the darkest shade of purple, but unticking 4G can help make it clearer. The drop-down menu lets you choose between telcos.

Coverage maps are only approximate, only show outdoor coverage, and may be impacted by local conditions such as buildings.

Click to Activate Interactive Map

Coverage information is collected from carriers and other third party sources. This is approximate coverage only and does not include indoor coverage. Actual speed and performance depends on your location and device. Local conditions and things like natural and artificial physical features of an area all affect your reception. Coverage © Mosaik

2025 iPhone models compared

	iPhone 17	iPhone Air	iPhone 17 Pro	iPhone 17 Pro Max
Display	6.3-inch OLED	6.5-inch OLED	6.3-inch OLED	6.9-inch OLED
Resolution	Super Retina XDR	Super Retina XDR	Super Retina XDR	Super Retina XDR
Refresh Rate	120Hz	120Hz	120Hz	120Hz
Rear Cameras	48MP + 48MP	48MP	3x 48MP + LiDAR	3x 48MP + LiDAR
Front Camera	18MP	18MP	18MP	18MP
Processor	A19	A19 Pro (5-core)	A19 Pro (6-core)	A19 Pro (6-core)
Storage	256GB - 512GB	256GB - 1TB	256GB - 1TB	256GB - 2TB
Water-Resistance	IP68	IP68	IP68	IP68
5G	Sub 6	Sub 6	Sub 6	Sub 6
SIM	Physical + eSIM	eSIM	Physical + eSIM	Physical + eSIM
Price	From $1,399	From $1,799	From $1,999	From $2,199

iPhone Air plan providers

Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone are all offering the iPhone Air on a plan. Here's a breakdown of the major benefits you can expect each provider to offer.

Telstra iPhone Air plans

Widest 5G coverage in Australia
Access to the Telstra Plus perks and rewards program

Telstra plans

Telstra iPhone plans are often the priciest on the Australian market, but they do come with a host of perks.

Telstra lets you pay your iPhone off over 12, 24, or 36 months, and all plans are free from excess data charges. If you go over your cap, your data will simply be slowed to speeds of 1.5Mbps, which is still fast enough to stream video in SD. But speeds may be slower during peak times.

Telstra still has Australia's largest mobile network, covering over 2.14 million square kilometres. In addition, Telstra has a partnership with Starlink operator SpaceX, allowing you to send text messages and use select apps via satellite when mobile coverage is unavailable. A clear view of the sky is needed for this.

Telstra is the only telco in Australia to still have a rewards program. As a customer, you earn points for every dollar spent with Telstra, which can then be redeemed for discounts on new tech.

Optus iPhone Air plans

Discounted streaming services through SubHub
$5 for 5GB of roaming data when overseas

Optus plans

Optus iPhone plans come with solid data inclusions.

Higher-end Optus plans also come with unlimited international calls to selected destinations included with the plan.

All Optus plans are contract-free, and devices can be paid off across 12, 24, or 36 months.

In addition, all Optus postpaid plans are free from excess data charges. If you go over your allowance, you'll be slowed to 1.5Mbps rather than being billed $10 per gigabyte.

If you're an Optus mobile customer, you can save $15 per month on an NBN or 5G internet plan if you add one to the same account. This discount only lasts for 12 months, however.

Vodafone iPhone Air plans

Bundling options
Access to Vodafone's famous $5 roaming

Vodafone plans

Vodafone iPhone plans may not come with the kinds of freebies and perks you can get from Optus or Telstra, but they have bonuses when it comes to bundling.

If you have a Vodafone mobile plan, you can get most of the telco's internet plans - NBN, 5G home internet, and 4G home internet - at a discounted rate.

Vodafone customers also save 5% on their total mobile bill for each postpaid mobile plan on their account after the first. This discount maxes out at 20% and doesn't include handset repayments.

In addition to 12-, 24-month, and 36-month repayment terms, Vodafone now also offers 48-month options for customers looking for a cheaper bill in exchange for an even longer commitment.

Vodafone postpaid plans are all free from excess data charges. When you go over your plan allowance, you'll be capped at 2Mbps. You'll also get access to Vodafone's famous $5 roaming, which is still easily the best way to travel with your Australian phone number.

Thanks to a network sharing agreement with Optus, Vodafone's network coverage is now practically identical to Optus' when it comes to 4G.

How to choose the best iPhone Air plan for you

There are a few key factors to keep in mind when choosing your iPhone Air plan:

Answering "how much mobile data do I use" can help you avoid overspending. Don't pay for more data than you need
Decide whether you want to pay off your phone shorter on a 24-month plan or get a smaller bill over a longer period of time on a 36-month plan
If you're a frequent overseas traveller, consider any international roaming inclusions
You may also want to make international phone calls so check if the destinations you may be calling are included in your plan

If you're having trouble deciding, check out our guide to the best iPhone plans.

Alex Choros

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Alex Choros is the Managing Editor of WhistleOut Australia and an award-winning journalist. He's been writing about consumer technology for over a decade and is an expert on the Australian telco sector, to the point where he knows far too many phone and internet plans by heart. In addition to leading the WhistleOut editorial team, Alex is responsible for ruining the office Sonos with his troubled taste in music.

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