Australia Trip Budget

How Much Does Australia Cost

Australia is one of the pricier countries to travel, largely due to high wages driving up food and accommodation costs. A realistic daily budget is AUD 100-150 for backpacker-style travel, AUD 200-300 for mid-range, and AUD 400+ for comfort travel.

Accommodation

Hostel dorms run AUD 30-45 a night in major cities. Budget hotels and Airbnbs start around AUD 100-150, while mid-range hotels are typically AUD 180-280 a night.

Food and Transport

A casual meal costs AUD 15-25, while a sit-down dinner with a drink is closer to AUD 40-60. Self-catering from supermarkets like Coles or Woolworths cuts food costs significantly. Public transport within cities is affordable; domestic flights are often cheaper than long-distance buses or trains for covering big distances.

Money-Saving Tips

Book domestic flights early and midweek, cook your own breakfast and lunch, and take advantage of free activities like beaches, harbour walks and national parks, which cost nothing to enjoy.