1. Browser/App → Modem
You open a browser or app on any device, which sends a data request to your modem.
High-Speed Hughesnet® Internet
Available anywhere in the mainland US. Now unlimited and faster than ever at up to 100 Mbps**.
How Hughesnet Satellite Internet Works
In a matter of seconds, your data travels to space and back on the following path:
2. Modem → Satellite Dish
Your modem receives the data request and passes it to your home satellite dish.
3. Satellite Dish → Satellite
Your satellite dish beams the data request up to a Hughesnet satellite over radio waves.
4. Satellite → App Server
The satellite receives the request, then sends its answer back along the same path. Your next action restarts the process.
Benefits of Choosing Hughesnet for Rural Internet
Hughesnet bridges the digital divide in rural communities, where most internet providers don’t offer service. And it’s more than just basic access to email. Today, Hughesnet internet plans include faster speeds, unlimited data, and 24/7 support.
Broadband speeds. Connect, stream, and play with speeds starting at up to 50 Mbps**.
Unlimited Standard Data1. And no fees for using all your Priority Data.
Wide availability. Anywhere in the contiguous United States, especially rural areas.
24/7 tech support. From Hughesnet internet customer service experts.
Hughesnet Internet Plans
All Hughesnet packages come with a 2-year price guarantee and FREE professional installation.
Elite
Up to 100 Mbps**$
64.99*/mo*Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Enroll before the 2nd billing cycle for continued savings. Service plan availability varies based on geographical area. 24-month commitment required.
See offer details
Save $25/month for 12 months!^
Unlimited Standard Data1
200 GB Priority Data
Select
Up to 50 Mbps**$
49.99*/mo*Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Enroll before the 2nd billing cycle for continued savings. Service plan availability varies based on geographical area. 24-month commitment required.
See offer details
Save $25/month for 12 months!^
Unlimited Standard Data1
100 GB Priority Data
Frequently Asked Questions
What Hughesnet Internet plans are available?
Hughesnet offers 3–4 plans per area for a variety of household needs:
Speeds start at up to 50 Mbps** and range up to 100 Mbps**
Standard Data is unlimited1, and Priority Data ranges from 50 to 200 GB
In select areas, Fusion plans up to 100 Mbps come with reduced latency
How fast is Hughesnet Internet compared to traditional satellite internet?
With speeds up to 50 Mbps** and up to 100 Mbps** in select areas, the new Hughesnet Internet offers satellite speeds comparable to other satellite providers. This lets rural customers do more online than ever before:
Connecting over chat, social media, and video calls
Streaming more video, and at higher resolutions in select plans
Gaming, including real-time multiplayer games in select plans
In some Hughesnet internet plans, speeds may feel even faster than advertised. That’s because the new Hughesnet features reduced latency, resulting in faster response times for each data request sent on your connection.
Are Hughesnet Internet plans affordable?
Hughesnet plans start at
Up to 50 Mbps**Save $25/month for 12 months!^
Unlimited Standard Data1
100 GB Priority Data
Hughesnet Internet services offer competitive pricing in the rural internet market. Each monthly plan includes the following cost-saving features:
2-year price guarantee, unavailable from satellite competitors
FREE professional installation
Unlimited Standard Data1
Promotional offers on additional services
Can I customize my Hughesnet Internet plan?
Yes! Although Hughesnet internet speeds and Priority Data amounts are fixed, you can customize your plan by removing or adding equipment and services:
Modem and router. Bring a compatible modem and router instead of leasing the new Wi-Fi 6 modem from Hughesnet.
Whole Home Wi-Fi. Ensure optimal Wi-Fi signal in all corners of your home by adding Mesh Wi-Fi Nodes.
Security, voice, and expedited support. Several add-ons come with FREE equipment or temporarily waived fees.
View the details on additional services here, and call 1-844-715-0783 anytime for a customized quote on Hughesnet services.
What can I do with satellite internet service?
All Hughesnet satellite internet plans offer the bandwidth for everyday activities including browsing, email, social media, and working from home on occasion.
Depending on your plan, you may also have enough speed to stream, game, and work from home more often. Keep in mind, the more you do these high-bandwidth activities, the more Priority Data you’ll need to keep your monthly speeds more consistent.
How fast is Hughesnet?
The new Hughesnet is faster than ever, with top speeds up to 100 Mbps** in select areas and most other plans offering up to 50 Mbps**. Plus, with new, lower latency in select areas, response time is even faster than most satellite services.
Once you use your Priority Data, you’ll have unlimited Standard Data1 until the following month. You’re always welcome to purchase Priority Data Tokens or upgrade your Priority Data plan if you want more.
Minimum term required. Monthly service and early termination fees apply. Visit legal.hughesnet.com for details.
The more connected devices you have, the quicker you will consume your Priority Data. Hughesnet is not recommended as a full-time video streaming replacement for TV service or console-based gaming activities because they quickly consume your Priority Data. Multiplayer games requiring rapid response are only supported with Hughesnet Fusion plans. VPNs, where you sign into a VPN application to access your work network directly, will significantly reduce service speeds. All plans are subject to the Hughesnet Subscriber Agreement.
**Each Hughesnet service plan is designed to deliver the download/upload speeds assigned to that specific plan, however, speeds and uninterrupted use are not guaranteed and may vary based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to the number of concurrent network users. Your Hughesnet experience will vary based on your proximity to the Wi-Fi source.
1Standard Data may be slower during high-traffic periods.
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Broadband Labels
As of April 10th, 2024, the FCC requires all internet service providers to provide broadband labels for home internet service plans. The broadband labels are intended to help consumers find the best plan for their needs. We value transparency and are happy to provide details regarding our service plans' data, speeds, and fees. Please note that service plan availability is geographically dependent. Not all service plans are available to all consumers.
