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What is the best AUD to USD exchange rate today for cash?

Today the best AUD to USD rate for cash is 0.661. This is the rate that gives you the most money when you are converting your currency. It has many names including the 'wholesale rate', the 'interbank rate' or the ' live mid-market rate'.

The good news is that it can easily be found in lots of places. For example, if you wanted to buy some US dollars 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.

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.

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6 results found - Results rounded down to nearest available denomination
  • 0.6610
  • 41.11 AUD
  • $2,000 AUD
  • Best Price
  • 0.6430
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,012 AUD
  • $12 more expensive
  • 0.6420
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,016 AUD
  • $16 more expensive
  • 0.6346
  • 20.00 AUD
  • $2,059 AUD
  • $59 more expensive
  • 0.6274
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,062 AUD
  • $62 more expensive
  • 0.6241
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,073 AUD
  • $73 more expensive

What is best place to exchange AUD to USD in Australia?

The best place to exchange AUD to USD depends on your amount. For amounts under $6000 Australian dollars, S Money gives the best AUD to USD exchange rate. For larger amounts, it's better to head into a store and try to negotiate as good a rate as possible. There are more money changers in the CBD and because of all the competition, it is the best way to convert larger amounts of AUD into US dollars.

Is there a best day or time to exchange AUD to USD?

There isn't a particular day of the week or month that is the 'best day'. Exchange rates constantly move and are very hard to forecast. Money exchange stores and online currency exchange services will move their exchange rates up and down as the Australian dollar moves.

Unfortunately, no one can tell you when the best time to exchange AUD to USD is, but you can track the rate.

You set the rate you would like to buy and let us to the work. We will email you when the AUD gets within the range you would like to buy USD.

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You can compare exchange rates to find the best rate to convert AUD to USD. You can use our tables or go to a comparison site like The Currency Shop. Make sure you compare the total cost of each service including any fees and charges.

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.

Latest AUD to USD exchange rate news

AUD to USD exchange rate reaches a 3 month high

In short The Australian dollar hits a 3 month high against the US dollar The US dollar was particularly weak but the Aussie dollar moved higher against most major currencies except the NZ dollar The AUD/USD is up more than 3% since the start of October Time Open Low High Today 0.6899 In the last week 0.6899 0.6812 In the last month 0.6899 0.6676 The Australian Dollar continued to charge higher overnight, hitting 69 cents for the first time since July. The AUD/USD has now gained close to 2 and half cents since bottoming out at 0.6676 earlier in the […]

Australian dollar stronger overnight against the US dollar, Euro and Kiwi dollar but fails to fire against the Pound and Yen

In short The Australian is mixed against the major currencies lacking real direction The head of the RBA speaks today Interest rates are likely to be cut in the US on Wednesday Currency Open Low High Now AUD to USD 0.6822 0.6814 0.6868 0.6865 AUD to EUR 0.6156 0.6133 0.6183 0.6178 AUD to GBP 0.5318 0.5291 0.5345 0.5334 AUD to NZD 1.0743 1.0666 1.0804 1.0794 AUD to JPY 74.12 73.98 74.80 74.69 The Australian dollar had a mixed night, moving higher against the US dollar, Euro and NZ dollar but ended up flat against the British Pound and Japanese Yen. […]

AUD climbs overnight as all eyes turn to the US Federal Reserve

In short The Australian dollar rebounded higher overnight against the US dollar It also moved up against the NZD, JPY and EUR but remained flat against the GBP Interest rates are likely to be cut in the US on Wednesday Time Open High Low Today 0.6837 In the last week 0.6880 0.6812 In the last month 0.6880 0.6676 Overnight, the Australian dollar posted modest gains against most major currencies. Markets were largely positive, sending stock markets, commodity prices and currencies like the Australian dollar higher. The Australian Dollar to US dollar exchange rate will be watched closely on Wednesday as […]

A Big Week for Exchange Rates

In short The Australian dollar posted strong gains but started to fade last week Interest rates in the US could be coming down on Wednesday Important Australian inflation (CPI) data this week Time Open High Low Today 0.6816 In the last week 0.6812 0.6880 In the 3 months 0.6676 0.6966 In October, the AUDUSD has been savaged to a 10-year low under 67 cents before making a reasonable comeback. Last week, it managed to hit 0.6880 before losing more than 1% since late last week to settle above 0.6700. The short-term direction of the Australian dollar could be defined by […]

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Australian Dollar falls flat to end the week lower

In short The Australian dollar falls but remains above 68 cents USD and JPY strengthen Important Australian inflation (CPI) data next week Time Open High Low Today 0.6828 Yesterday 0.6812 0.6846 In the last week 0.6812 0.6880 In the 3 months 0.6676 0.6978 The AUD to USD rate fell overnight as tensions between the US and China rose once again. This has left the Australian dollar weaker after posting some strong gains earlier in the week. It also fell against the Japanese Yen and the Euro as so called ‘riskier’ currencies like the Aussie dollar got sold down. Moving into […]

No news is good news for the Australian Dollar

In short The Australian dollar is unchanged from yesterday A lack of news has left the Australian dollar flat around 0.6850 No major Australian economic data out until inflation (CPI) next week Time Open High Low Today 0.6848 Yesterday 0.6841 0.6857 In the last week 0.6780 0.6880 In the 3 months 0.6676 0.6996 The Australian dollar was kept to an exceptionally tight range. What is a ‘tight range’ Generally, if an exchange rate is in a tight range, it’s price movement both up and down has been minimal. In this case, the Australian dollar exchange rate traded between 0.6840 and […]

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