Want to watch Sky Sports without spending a fortune? Whether you're after Premier League games, F1, or golf, on this page we break down the cheapest Sky Sports deals—so you never pay more than you need to.
How to watch Sky Sports
- You can sign up for a bundled broadband and Sports TV service
- OR Sky up to Sky Sports as a standalone TV package without broadband
- OR Choose a NOW Sports membership for access to Sky Sports when you need it, on a short term or no-contract basis.
Let's dive into all of these solutions to find out which works out the cheapest!
Cheapest Sky Sports options at a glance
| Option | Monthly Cost (from) | Contract Length | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
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NOW TV 6-Month Pass |
£26 | 1-month | Flexible, rolling contract |
| £57 | 24-months | Best for Sky TV users | |
| TalkTalk + NOW TV | £59 | 18-months | Budget-friendly bundle |
| Virgin Media Bigger Sports Combo | £66 | 24-months | Fast broadband + Sky Sports |
| BT Big Sport | £74 | 24-months | includes TNT Sports |
Flexible Sky Sports deals: best no-contract options
NOW TV Passes
If you prefer no contracts, NOW TV Sports Memberships offer day, monthly, or 6-month options:
| Membership Type | Contract Length | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Day Membership | No contract | £14.99 |
| Flexible Monthly Membership | No contract | £29.99 |
| 6-month Saver Membership | 6-months minimum | £26 |
Benefits of choosing a NOW TV pass:
- Better choice of broadband provider
- The option to sign up to fixed price packages with no mid-contract price rises
- More flexibility
Want to watch Sky Sports without a lengthy TV contract?
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How do you watch NOW TV?
You can stream NOW TV on over 60 different devices. Without a dedicated TV set-top box. For example, you could access NOW through an LG, Samsung, or Apple TV.
An Amazon Fire TV stick, NOW Smart Stick or Google Chromecast is also a convenient and affordable way of getting NOW’s streaming service broadcast on your TV.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sky Sports
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How much is BT Sport on Sky?
Existing Sky customers can add all 4 TNT Sports channels for an additional £25 per month.
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Do I have to have a satellite dish installed to watch Sky Sports with Sky?
No! Sky Stream and Sky Glass smart TVs allow you to access Sky Sports without a satellite dish. All Sky TV subscribers also get the Sky Sports App ‘Sky Go’, so you can watch on your phone, tablet, laptop, or Apple TV.
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What sporting events are broadband on Sky Sports?
Sky Sports is the home of Premier League football. Other major sporting events shown on Sky Sports include Women's Super League, Formula 1, Golf Majors, Boxing, NFL, US Open and Netball.
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What Sky Sports Channels Are Available?
There are currently 12 Sky Sports channels. These are:
Sky Sports Main Event (401)
Sky Sports Premier League (402)
Sky Sports Football (403)
Sky Sports Cricket (404)
Sky Sports Golf (405)
Sky Sports F1 (406)
Sky Sports Tennis (407)
Sky Sports Action (408)
Sky Sports News (409)
Sky Sports Arena (412)
Sky Sports Racing (415)
Sky Sports Mix (416)
Switching broadband providers for a better Sky Sports deal
If you’re out of contract on a BT, Virgin Media, TalkTalk or Sky deal, mid-contract price rises will mean you’re almost definitely being charged more now than when you first signed up.
Switching to another provider gives you the best chance of getting the best value for money on a Sky Sports package.
But we understand that things become a little more complicated if you’ve got used to enjoying extra TV content, or having access to live sport at your fingertips.
If you’re trying to weigh up the pros and cons of leaving your current provider, here are some other guides that may help you decide:
- BT vs. Sky Broadband: which is best?
- TalkTalk vs. Virgin: which is better and how to switch?
- Alternatives to Sky TV & Broadband
- Alternatives to Virgin Media Broadband
- Alternatives to TalkTalk Broadband
What's the cheapest deal for Sky Sports? The quick answer
A NOW TV pass is the most flexible way to view Sky Sports, but you'd also need to pay for a broadband service on top. Even with the cheapest, slowest internet package, a Sky Stream + Sky Sports bundle currently offers the better value for money.
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