Cell C customers have access to the converting Cell C airtime to data service, with a number of ways to convert airtime into data, from shortcodes to the Cell C app and the self service feature that is available online.
This option is a great choice for those who want to get instant access to data without using up their monthly allocation, as well as those who need to get online in a hurry. Most transactions are done through Cell C’s Smartdata service, which is offered to both pre-paid and top up airtime users.
One of the easiest ways to convert your Cell C airtime is to make use of the app. This app is available for Android and Apple users. It’s user-friendly and allows you to do various other transactions as well, from checking balance to transferring data to friends and family, topping up airtime and data and purchasing other bundles that may be required. To get started with converting Cell C airtime to data, you can either use the app or try one of the steps below to convert data in no time at all.
How to Convert Cell C Airtime to Data
Since originally publishing our guide to Cell C airtime to data conversion, a few things have changed. Our latest guide was recently updated in October 2018, giving you the most recent tips directly from Cell C. Converting airtime no longer has to be a headache and you can be sorted in less than a few minutes. You can convert Cell C airtime to data by doing the following:
- Shortcode: Dial *147# and follow the prompts to convert airtime into data.
- Cell C app: Download and install the app for quick and easy conversions and other transactions.
- Self service: Log on via the Cell C website to access balances and convert airtime.
- Customer care: You can also call the customer care centre on 084 140.
- Cell C store: Head in to your nearest Cell C to convert airtime to data in-store.
Cell C Data Bundle Pricing





Wondering how to make your newly converted data stretch out as far as possible? Getting a better idea of current Cell C data bundle pricing will help you make the best use of your data. For the most part, Cell C data does not expire, provided you purchase a data bundle within the 30 day validity period. Remaining data will carry over into the following 30 day cycle. To get a better idea of some of the available data bundles on offer, here are some of the most recent pricing plans for Cell C data.
Whether you use the USSD shortcode to convert Cell C airtime to data or you prefer using the app to keep things simple, all of the options above will help you get sorted.
P.S. Looking for help with MTN or Vodacom airtime to data conversion? View our additional guides to get started.
To convert airtime to data bundle you dial *147# and select Option 4 not 2 as specified on your website.