The best USD to AUD exchange rate is 1.4870. Compare foreign transfer and currency exchange rates, find better rates & deals.
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USD-AUD 
exchange ratesExchange rates can vary significantly between different currency exchange providers, so it's important to compare US dollar (USD) to Australian dollar (AUD) rates from different sources before making a conversion.
The above dollar to aussie comparison table makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged by banks and foreign exchange providers against the latest USD-AUD mid-rate (see Market Data below ) and the possible savings of using a different provider.
US dollar (USD) to Australian dollar (AUD) market data - latest interbank exchange rate, trend, chart & historic rates.
| Date | USD/AUD | Change | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
30 Sep 2024 | 1.4461 | 2.8% ▲ | 2 Week |
16 Jul 2024 | 1.4855 | 0.1% ▲ | 3 Month |
15 Oct 2023 | 1.5845 | 6.1% ▼ | 1 Year |
16 Oct 2019 | 1.4802 | 0.5% ▲ | 5 Year |
17 Oct 2014 | 1.1437 | 30% ▲ | 10 Year |
19 Oct 2004 | 1.3735 | 8.3% ▲ | 20 Year |
Here are some popular conversion amounts for USD to AUD (US dollar to Australian dollar)*.
*Converted at the current USDAUD interbank exchange rate. Calculate actual payout amounts for Send Money and Travel Money exchange rates.
The USD to AUD exchange rate has experienced fluctuations influenced by a combination of local and global economic factors, with the current trading price at 1.4870. FX analysts note that this figure is slightly below its three-month average, which indicates a period of relative stability as the rate has remained within a 6.4% range from 1.4465 to 1.5392. The recent cooling of inflation expectations in the U.S. has led to weakened demand for the USD, particularly following disappointing consumer sentiment figures and mixed producer price index results. As the Federal Reserve signals its potential for forthcoming interest rate cuts, confidence in the USD's strength is cooling, contributing to a fluctuating yet cautious market sentiment ahead of the impending U.S. presidential election.
Read our full review of recent USD to AUD forecasts.
There are several ways to save on exchange rates when converting US dollar to Australian dollar:
Generally speaking, if you are buying Australian dollar with US dollar, then it's better for the USD/AUD exchange rate to be higher.
However working against you are the fees all foreign exchange providers charge for providing their service. These fees is usually contained within the exchange rate margin (or difference to the mid-rate).
The transaction margin you end up being charged can be considerably reduced by around a few percent (of total amount being exchanged) for travel money and possibly over 5% to 6% when sending money. The exact potential savings depends on the currencies being exchanged and the amount you are transferring and if you are willing to shop around.
Our real-time foreign transfer and travel money/cards comparison calculators make shopping around easy and help you calculate how much you can save.
It's worth noting that while these tips can help you save on exchange rates, it's important to be aware that no single method is guaranteed to provide the best exchange rate in every situation, and it may require some research and comparison-shopping to find the best option for your specific needs.
It is almost impossible to predict what an exchange rate will do in the future, the best approach is to monitor the currency markets and transact when an exchange rate moves in your favour.
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Read our Currency guide to Australia - a practical currency and money guide to travel, living and doing business in Australia with the Australian dollar.
| United States (USD) | Australia (AUD) |  Christmas Island (AUD) |
 Cocos Keeling Islands (AUD) |  Heard and McDonald Islands (AUD) |  Kiribati (AUD) |
 Nauru (AUD) |  Norfolk Island (AUD) |  Tuvalu (AUD) |
There are no limits on the amount of money that can be sent to or from Australia. However, there may be fees and exchange rates that apply when sending money internationally, and these costs can vary depending on the method of transfer and the country where the money is being sent.
If you are sending a large amount of money to or from Australia, it is a good idea to compare the fees and exchange rates offered by different money transfer providers to find the most cost-effective option.
Read more at our Australia (AUD) country guide
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