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86011 internet providers

Provider
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
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86011 internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in the 86011 ZIP code is slightly higher than the rest of Arizona - 84%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.

The vast majority of those living in the 86011 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. No cable or fiber-optic providers are currently available in Flagstaff, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are two internet providers serving the 86011 area. Among two internet providers in 86011, prices start at $50 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in 86011

The largest internet providers serving the 86011 ZIP code are CenturyLink and HughesNet bringing DSL and satellite options to the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Flagstaff residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area.

CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

5 Mbps

Average availability

100%

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to all households in the 86011 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.

Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Flagstaff, $57.49.

CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Flagstaff, $3.19.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 86011 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Flagstaff's providers, 43 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 86011 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 86011 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.

Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Flagstaff, $57.49.

HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Flagstaff, $3.19.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 86011 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Flagstaff's providers, 43 Mbps.

Check availability Call us: (844) 512-2720

Internet providers in 86011 frequently asked questions

CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 86011 ZIP code with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 86011. The next fastest internet provider in the 86011 ZIP code is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.

CenturyLink offers the cheapest internet in the 86011 ZIP with service starting at $50/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Flagstaff, $57.49.

Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.

Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.

Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.

Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.