Get your local UK phone number for as low as $2.95 and use any device or software.

We cover hundreds of cities/prefixes across the Kingdom. SMS included with 44-7 Mobile numbers.

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FlyNumber’s stand-out features

Own your UK phone number, with flexible porting options.
Unlimited incoming calls with VoIP, perfect for busy Brits.
Affordable with charges per number, not per user.
Manage forwarding settings anytime in your account.
Access detailed call logs with error insights.
Record calls and block unwanted numbers (cloud phone system optional).

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Use any device or software

Any device can be used to make and receive calls with your FlyNumber.

iOS or Android smartphone app
Mac, PC, or Linux computer
Desktop office phone
Any regular phone number (to receive calls)
Any VoIP solution (e.g. Asterisk, 3CX, 3rd party VoIP)

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Choose from 3 powerful ways to use your FlyNumber

1.) Forward the United Kingdom phone calls to any standard phone number worldwide

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For a low per min rate you can forward the United Kingdom calls to any regular phone number in the world.
You'll see the caller ID of the person calling your United Kingdom FlyNumber on the phone you're forwarding to.
Change the forwarding number anytime via the FlyNumber panel.
Consider our optional cloud phone system to enhance call forwarding options.

Call Forwarding Options

2.) Use our (optional) cloud phone system

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A full-featured cloud phone system for a flat $14.95 per month.
Quickly and easily configure the call flow on a digital grid type canvas.
Supercharge your United Kingdom FlyNumber with day/time based routing, call recording, IVR/menu, block phone numbers, create SIP accounts and more.
Make phone calls with your United Kingdom number as the outgoing caller-ID.
Forward the United Kingdom number to multiple phone numbers and/or VoIP destinations.

3.) Set the United Kingdom number directly to VoIP

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Set the United Kingdom number directly to a SIP/VoIP address or use our easy setup providers.
We'll send the United Kingdom calls to a VoIP destination for free (unlimited minutes).
High level call logs to help diagnose/debug any issues.
Use any 3rd party VoIP provider or your own PBX system (Asterisk, FreePBX, 3CX, etc.)

Details on using Direct VoIP

Registration Requirements

Local

There are no special registration requirements for Local, United Kingdom phone numbers.

Mobile

There are no special registration requirements for Mobile, United Kingdom phone numbers.

National

There are no special registration requirements for National, United Kingdom phone numbers.

Toll-free

There are no special registration requirements for Toll-free, United Kingdom phone numbers.

Porting Your Existing Number to FlyNumber

Already have a UK phone number? You can transfer (port) it to FlyNumber and keep using the same number with all our features.

We support porting for local, national, mobile, and toll-free UK numbers. You'll typically need:

A recent invoice from your current phone provider
Your account number and main billing number
The name of your current carrier
For mobile numbers: your PAC code (available from select carriers including EE, Three, and Gamma)

Once you're ready, we'll send you the authorization form and handle the rest. Need things done quickly? Let us know and we can often expedite the process.

Interested in porting? Learn more about porting or get in touch and we'll guide you through it.

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Example use cases

Estate agents managing listings

Assign a unique number to each property listing. Track which ads generate the most interest and keep buyer inquiries organized.

Regional marketing campaigns

Use different numbers for promotions in Yorkshire, Cornwall, or other regions. See which campaigns perform best and adjust accordingly.

Online marketplace privacy

Selling on Gumtree or Preloved? Keep your personal number private while still being reachable by buyers.

Family abroad

Let overseas family call you on a local UK number without international fees. Stay connected without the cost.

Startup presence

Project a professional image without expensive phone systems. Get a local business number whether you work from home or a coffee shop.

Call like a local, pay like a local

In many cases if you make outgoing calls to an United Kingdom phone number using an United Kingdom FlyNumber as the caller-ID the rate is significantly cheaper.

The rate is sometimes 10x cheaper so if you call a certain country often, it pays to get a FlyNumber from there.
Anytime you make outgoing calls with FlyNumber (via the PBX) there is a low per minute rate.
You can make outgoing calls using the phone system app or create a SIP account.
More details on the phone system billing can be found in our docs.

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Make and receive calls with your United Kingdom phone number using our app

If you sign up for the phone system you can use the (free) dedicated app for iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS for incoming and outgoing calls.

Unlimited incoming minutes included
Push notifications for incoming calls
Call history and missed call tracking
Multiple number support for outbound calls
While on a call trigger call recording, transfer or pickup.

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General technical details on United Kingdom numbers

Country code: +44, followed by area code and local number.
Standard format: +44 20 1234 5678 for London numbers.
Dial local numbers directly, omit the country code and leading zero.
Area codes introduced in 1958; system modernized over decades.
Landline numbers usually 10 digits, mobile numbers 11 digits.

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FAQs

How can I use a FlyNumber UK virtual number to manage my business communications?

You can forward the UK virtual number to any phone number globally, use our cloud phone system for advanced features like IVR and call recording, or set it directly to a VoIP/SIP address for unlimited incoming minutes.

Can the UK FlyNumber display the caller ID of the original caller when forwarding calls?

Yes, when you forward calls from your UK FlyNumber, the original caller's ID is displayed on the receiving phone.

Is it possible to make calls showing my UK FlyNumber as the caller ID?

Yes, using the cloud phone system, you can make outgoing calls with the UK number as the caller ID.

What flexibility does the FlyNumber cloud PBX offer for UK numbers?

The cloud phone system includes day/time-based routing, call blocking, and integration with SIP accounts. It supports features like IVR, multiple forwarding options, and detailed call logs.

How does FlyNumber support VoIP integration for UK phone numbers?

FlyNumber is compatible with any VoIP solution supporting SIP or IAX protocols. You can use our easy setup providers or configure your own solution following our VoIP setup guide.

How to get your local United Kingdom phone number

Click sign up and select United Kingdom as the country, then choose a prefix.
Choose an option for how you want to use the United Kingdom "FlyNumber" (you can change this anytime).
Enter the configuration options (for example the phone number or VoIP address to send calls to)
Add funds to your prepaid manually or create a subscription for the United Kingdom number.
Go to My account > My FlyNumbers to change settings and view your United Kingdom number.

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Why choose FlyNumber?

Never any contracts or obligations, cancel anytime.

Crystal quality phone calls.

Customer service 7 days a week.

Set up a recurring subscription and/or add funds manually.

We've been in business for well over a decade.

Get your United Kingdom number today

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Special numbers

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