Sky confirms 2026 price rises: How much you’ll pay & your right to cancel explained
Sky has announced a series of price changes affecting TV, broadband, and mobile customers in 2026, prompting many subscribers to ask one key question: Can I cancel my contract without penalty?
The company says yes — in many cases, customers will have that right.
Why Sky is increasing prices?
Sky says the decision comes amid rising network, technology, energy, and operating costs across the industry. The company insists that despite these pressures, it continues to prioritise delivering “great TV and entertainment, reliable broadband, and flexible mobile options,” underpinned by award‑winning customer service.
Sky emphasises that the increases are necessary to keep investing in faster broadband, better connectivity, enhanced mobile services, and new entertainment offerings.
Devesh Raj, Chief Operating Officer, Sky said: “Our customers are at the heart of everything we do at Sky. That’s why we focus on delivering great TV and entertainment, reliable broadband, and flexible mobile options – all backed by award-winning service. Together, these services are designed to make it easy for our customers to stay connected, entertained, and in control, with choice and confidence.
“To keep improving our products and investing in the best and most reliable services, we need to make some adjustments to our pricing. These ongoing investments, alongside rising wholesale and operating costs, mean that most Sky customers will see a change to their prices this year.”
TV and Broadband: What changes from April
From April, most Sky broadband customers will see their bills rise by around £3 per month, which Sky says is lower than increases announced by major competitors. Selected Sky TV products will rise by £1 to £3 per month.
Importantly, Sky confirmed that its broadband social tariff will remain frozen, helping protect vulnerable or low‑income customers.
All affected TV and broadband customers will be contacted individually with details of their new pricing.
▶ Sky Mobile: First In‑Contract Increase in Seven Years
▶ Sky Mobile customers will also see changes.
From 14 February:
▶ Most Sky Mobile plans will increase by £1.50 per month
▶ This equals £18 per year, or less than 5p per day
Sky stresses that this is its first in‑contract price rise in over seven years and that customers will receive improved network access and expanded trade‑in options as part of ongoing investment.
Social tariff pricing will again be frozen, and Sky confirmed no increases to international calling or MMS charges.
Can customers cancel their contract?
Yes — in many cases.
Sky reiterated that unlike other major providers, it does not use automatic inflation-linked price rises. Instead, Sky operates on variable pricing, which means:
If you’re unhappy with Sky’s upcoming price increases, you may be able to cancel your contract without paying early termination charges. Here’s a simplified breakdown of who can leave and under what circumstances:
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Sky Broadband and Home Phone Customers
You can cancel penalty‑free — even if you’re still in contract.
If you’re within your minimum term, you’ll have 30 days from the date you receive your price rise notification to cancel without fees.
If you’re already out of contract, you’re free to leave at any time — and you may find a better deal elsewhere even before the changes take effect.
Sky Q (Satellite TV) Customers
You can also leave penalty‑free — even mid‑contract.
Like broadband customers, you must act within 30 days of receiving your price rise notification to cancel without charges.
If you’re out of contract, you can switch or leave whenever you like.
Sky Glass and Sky Stream Customers
Your cancellation rights are different.
For these internet‑delivered TV services, you can only cancel penalty‑free if you are already outside your minimum term.
If you’re mid‑contract, you cannot leave without paying remaining charges — these services aren’t covered by the same rules that apply to broadband and satellite pay‑TV.
Always try to haggle
You may still want to try negotiating with Sky — many customers secure discounts or alternative offers by calling and discussing the situation.
Some TV add‑ons also operate on rolling 30‑day terms, meaning you can remove them without penalty to reduce your bill even if you stay with Sky.
Customers will receive clear notifications outlining:
▶ How their price is changing
▶ Whether they are entitled to cancel without penalty
▶ The deadline for making that decision
Sky says transparency is a core part of its approach, especially after Ofcom banned inflation-linked mid-contract rises in 2024.
Sky also announced earlier this month a landmark innovation that will change how customers experience TV. For the first time anywhere in the world, Sky is bringing Disney+, HBO Max, Netflix and Hayu together into a single Sky TV subscription.
