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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 0.6503. 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
  • 0.6503
  • 38.75 AUD
  • $2,000 AUD
  • Best Price
  • 0.6302
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $1,904 AUD
  • $96 less
  • 0.6296
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $1,906 AUD
  • $94 less
  • 0.6201
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $1,935 AUD
  • $65 less
  • 0.6229
  • 20.00 AUD
  • $1,946 AUD
  • $54 less
  • 0.6130
  • 0.00 AUD
  • $1,958 AUD
  • $42 less

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

Australian dollar drops under 65 cents as pandemic fears move markets

In short The AUD/USD fell below 65 cents as soon as markets opened Monday morning It’s the first time the Australian dollar has gone under 65 cents since the GFC It’s a big week for the Australian dollar with the RBA meeting tomorrow Time Open Low High Today 0.6468 In the last week 0.6464 0.6621 In the last month 0.6464 0.6770 The Australian dollar was hammered last week, hitting an 11 year low but holding above 65 cents. As soon as foreign exchange markets opened this morning, that trend continued as the local currency fell below 65 cents for the […]

AUD heads below 66 cents as virus fears grip markets

In short AUD USD falls below 66 cents for the first time since the GFC The Australian dollar has held up against the other major currencies Little economic data out this week Time Open Low High Today 0.6599 In the last week 0.6587 0.6706 In the last month 0.6587 0.6821 The AUD/USD has spent this week trading either side of 66 cents. It has been slipping lower against the US dollar for a few weeks as coronavirus fears increase. Interestingly, the Australian dollar has not fallen against all currencies. In fact, it has largely remained unchanged against the Euro, British […]

The Aussie dollar opens the week above 67 cents. But how long will it last?

In short The AUD/USD starts the week just above 67 cents The Australian dollar is up against the Euro, down against the British pound and flat against the NZ dollar and Yen Australian employment data out Thursday Time Open Low High Today 0.6725 In the last week 0.6672 0.6750 In the last month 0.6663 0.6887 Currency markets started the week how then ended it – fairly flat and quiet. The Australian dollar has barely moved against the US dollar or any of the major currencies in the last few days. This is because there has not been any unexpected news […]

AUD/USD fails to rebound back above 67 cents

In short The AUD/USD rose above 67 cents yesterday before falling again Coronavirus fears appear to be driving risk sentiment AUD/NZD hits a 2 month high Time Open Low High Today 0.6685 In the last week 0.6663 0.6771 In the last month 0.6663 0.6927 The Australian dollar rebounded above 67 cents briefly yesterday before falling back overnight. Any gains for the AUD/USD exchange rate have been limited since the outbreak of the coronavirus last month. The AUD was largely flat against most of the major currencies except the AUD/NZD, which has hit a 2 month high above 1.0450. This seems […]

Australian Dollar hits lowest point since 2009

In short The Australian dollar is at its lowest point against the US dollar since 2009 Falling commodity prices and concerns over the coronavirus have weighed heavily against the AUD RBA Governor Lowe to speak again this week Time Open Low High Today 0.6673 In the last week 0.6663 0.6771 In the last month 0.6663 0.6927 The Aussie Dollar has fallen to its lowest AUD/USD exchange rate since 2009. A weak session on Friday was enough to send the local currency to fresh 11 year lows as concerns over the coronavirus weighed on markets and the Australian currency. The RBA […]

Australian Dollar rises off the canvas after the RBA keeps rates on hold

In short The RBA left interest rates on hold The statement that followed the decision was upbeat, helping the Australian dollar rise More reports and speeches from the RBA later in the week Time Open Low High Today 0.6737 In the last week 0.6684 0.6777 In the last month 0.6684 0.6955 The Aussie Dollar bounced back from 10 and a half year lows on Monday to move higher on Tuesday. The local currency bounced as soon as the RBA announced that official interest rates would remain at 0.75%. What helped drive the Australian dollar higher was the upbeat statement that […]

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