What is the Best AUD to USD Exchange Rate?

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Today the best AUD to USD exchange rate is 0.6503. This is the rate that gives you the most money when you are converting Australian dollars (AUD) into US dollars (USD).

If you are looking to buy American money, then you want the exchange rate to be as high as possible.

In 2024, the AUD to USD exchange rate rate was highest on the 12 of July when it hit 0.6771 - making it the best AUD to USD rate this year so far.

USD Rate

Where can I find the best exchange rate for US dollars?

The good news is that it can easily be found in lots of places. For example, if you wanted to buy some greenbacks to travel overseas you can find the rate on Google by searching "AUD to USD". Alternatively you can find it on XE or Yahoo. In fact, most currency converters use the same exchange rate.

The bad news is that most money changers hide their fee by adding a margin to the real exchange rate.

No hidden fees

At S Money we match the AUD to USD currency exchange rate with the rate shown on Google or XE. In real time. This means you never pay over-inflated rates and can be 100% positive you are getting the most competitive rate to buy US dollars in cash.

 

How to get the best AUD to USD rate for cash

Order online for store collection or secure home delivery. Alternatively, you can head in to one of our stores.

Our AUD to USD Exchange rate

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Australian Dollar
6 results found - Results rounded down to nearest available denomination
  • 0.6503
  • 55.92 AUD
  • $3,000 AUD
  • Best Price
  • 0.6361
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $3,009 AUD
  • $10 more expensive
  • 0.6358
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $3,010 AUD
  • $11 more expensive
  • 0.6254
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $3,060 AUD
  • $61 more expensive
  • 0.6241
  • 30.00 AUD
  • $3,097 AUD
  • $98 more expensive
  • 0.6176
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $3,099 AUD
  • $100 more expensive

5 of the best ways to exchange AUD to USD

If you are heading overseas or just want to convert some Australian dollars (AUD) to US dollars (USD) to keep on hand, it's important to find the best way to exchange your money. Here are 5 top ways currently available in Australia

  1. Online - If you are looking to buy some US dollars in cash, you can now do it online. It's similar to buying anything else online but you will need some ID on hand. Online money changers, like S Money, have the best exchange rates. Most will either deliver it to your home or allow click and collect.
  2. In-store -  this is one of the best ways to get your currency fast. Just locate a store near you and bring your ID. It's a good idea to call ahead to check their rates and to make sure they have enough US dollars (USD) in stock.
  3. Overseas - Sometimes it can actually be cheaper to buy your US dollars abroad. Countries like Singapore have very competitive money changers if you are willing to go out of your way to find them.
  4. International money transfers - If you are sending money from Australia to the US, using a money transfer service like Wise or OFX is a great way to convert your currency. These online services are a much cheaper option than using an Australian bank.
  5. Travel money cards - These cards used to have terrible exchange rates and a heaps of hidden fees. While this is still the case with most bank travel cards, there are much better options available. These include Revolut, Wise and the 28 Degrees card.

AUD to USD

Australian Dollars (AUD)
USD

So is this a good rate?

0.6503
Low
0.6448
Average
0.6695
High
0.6941

Today's rate is lower than the average rate to buy USD. This chart compares today's rate to the average rate from the past 90 days.

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