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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 0.6452. 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
  • 0.6452
  • 41.11 AUD
  • $2,000 AUD
  • Best Price
  • 0.6265
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,016 AUD
  • $16 more expensive
  • 0.6259
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,018 AUD
  • $18 more expensive
  • 0.6166
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,048 AUD
  • $48 more expensive
  • 0.6178
  • 20.00 AUD
  • $2,064 AUD
  • $64 more expensive
  • 0.6096
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $2,072 AUD
  • $72 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

Records smashed as Australian dollar sinks to new lows

In short The AUD/USD drops under 60 cents for the first time since 2003 The Australian dollar is also falling against other major currencies The RBA is likely to announce and interest rate cut and additional stimulus tomorrow Time Open Low High Today 0.5970 In the last week 0.5969 0.6533 In the last month 0.5969 0.6732 The Australian dollar smashed through 60 cents today, hitting a fresh 17 year low. The AUD/USD has not been this low since 2003. It has dropped off a cliff in the last week as money has flooded into ‘safe haven’ currencies like the US […]

Australian dollar plummets to lowest level since 2003

In short The AUD/USD falls to a 17 year low, finishing the week below 62 cents The US dollar is strengthening as investors seek the shelter of ‘safe haven’ assets Risk will likely dictate the direction of the Australian dollar Time Open Low High Today 0.6184 In the last week 0.6130 0.6682 In the last month 0.6130 0.6732 On Friday, the USD dollar got stronger, pushing the AUD to USD exchange rate to a 17 year low. It finished a remarkable week with the Aussie dollar fell more than 5 cents which has not been seen since the GFC. The […]

Australian dollar falls 1 cent as governments roll out stimulus measures to combat COVID-19

In short Markets rally on the back of announced stimulus measures USD strengthens forcing AUD/USD down 1 cent AUD falls against the Euro and NZ dollar but flat against the pound and yen Time Open Low High Today 0.6491 In the last week 0.6472 0.6681 In the last month 0.6464 0.6748 The Australian dollar has fallen more than 1 cent agains the US dollar. The US dollar strengthened after Donald Trump announced measures the US government would take to stimulate the economy. This includes tax cuts, loans and financial relief. These measures are aimed at boosting the economy as it […]

Australian dollar recovers after a flash crash to 63 cents

In short Australian dollar ‘flash crash’ sends it to an 11-year low for 20 seconds Traders blame the crash on algorithmic trading platforms Panic hitting markets has increase volatility Time Open Low High Today 0.6597 In the last week 0.6472 0.6655 In the last month 0.6464 0.6748 The Australian dollar collapsed more than 5% in 20 minutes as a mixture of panic and programmatic trading brought the exchange rate tumbling. It did recover to finish the day close to where it began. If you ever wondered what would happen if someone lobbed a hand grenade into a bloodbath, now you […]

Aussie dollar continues to bounce higher as US dollar weakens

In short AUD/USD moves higher after a surprise interest rate cut in the US AUD/NZD hits a 4 month high Stronger than expected Q4 GDP data released yesterday Time Open Low High Today 0.6625 In the last week 0.6464 0.6637 In the last month 0.6464 0.6771 The AUD/USD has bounced higher in the last 48 hours moving more than 1 cent higher against the US dollar. The gains have largely been driven by a weaker US dollar. Yesterday, the market was surprised when the US Federal Reserve held an emergency meeting and cut interest rates. It spooked markets, sending the […]

Interest rates fall in direct response to the coronavirus

In short The RBA cuts interest rates by 0.25% to 0.50% In the first paragraph of the statement, the central bank states that it “took this decision to support the economy as it responds to the global coronavirus outbreak.” The Australian dollar went up marginally but is still between 65 and 66 cents Time Open Low High Today 0.6555 In the last week 0.6464 0.6621 In the last month 0.6464 0.6770 The Reserve Bank of Australia cut official interest rates from 0.75% to a new historic low of 0.50%. It was in direct response to COVID-19 outbreak and they stated […]

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