Canadian Dollar to Australian Dollar (CAD/AUD) Exchange Rate Today
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CAD to AUD Conversion Table
Common amounts converted from Canadian Dollar to Australian Dollar at today's rate.
| Canadian Dollar (CAD) | Australian Dollar (AUD) |
|---|---|
| 1 CAD | — |
| 5 CAD | — |
| 10 CAD | — |
| 25 CAD | — |
| 50 CAD | — |
| 100 CAD | — |
| 250 CAD | — |
| 500 CAD | — |
| 1,000 CAD | — |
| 5,000 CAD | — |
| 10,000 CAD | — |
| 50,000 CAD | — |
How much Australian Dollar will you actually receive?
Estimated cost to convert CAD 1,000 to AUD with different transfer services. Fees are sourced from published pricing pages and may vary by amount, payment method, and destination.
| Service | Rate | Fee | Total Cost | AUD received |
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| Typical bank Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| Bureau de change Mar 2026 | — | — | — | — |
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CAD to AUD exchange rate
CAD/AUD is typically derived through a major intermediary currency (usually USD or EUR) because direct trading volume between Canadian Dollar and Australian Dollar is low. This means spreads may be slightly wider than for major pairs. Compare providers carefully - the difference matters more on less-liquid corridors.
CAD/AUD rate statistics
Is today's CAD/AUD rate good or bad?
We compare today's live Canadian Dollar to Australian Dollar mid-market rate against its 30-day and 52-week trading range. When the rate is near the top of its recent range, CAD holders get more Australian Dollar per unit - a better time to convert. When it is near the bottom, you may want to watch and wait.
The live analysis below updates throughout market hours and shows exactly where today's rate sits in context.
What is the CAD/AUD exchange rate?
The CAD/AUD rate tracks how many Australian Dollar one Canadian Dollar buys. Two commodity-exporting G20 economies on opposite sides of the Pacific. AUD is driven by iron ore and China demand; CAD by oil and US demand. The pair often reflects which commodity complex is outperforming.
CAD is issued by the Bank of Canada (BOC) (ranked 8th globally - meaning it's the 8th most bought and sold currency in the world). AUD is issued by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) (ranked 7th). Full CAD profile | Full AUD profile
What drives this rate? Iron ore vs crude oil - two commodity currencies driven by different resources. RBA vs Bank of Canada policy, and China (AUD's main trade partner) vs US (CAD's) economic health.
Is today's CAD/AUD rate good or bad?
The Canadian Dollar to Australian Dollar mid-market rate shown above is the reference price before any provider adds fees or markup. It is not a guaranteed quote - your bank, card issuer, or transfer service will offer a different rate that includes their margin.
On a typical conversion, banks add 2-4% to this rate. The gap between the mid-market rate and what you actually receive is the real cost of converting - often larger than any flat fee. Use the mid-market rate on this page as your benchmark, then compare what your bank or transfer provider actually delivers.
Converting Canadian Dollar to Australian Dollar? Read this first
Converting to Australian Dollars? Australia is a card-friendly country - tap-and-pay works almost everywhere. For the best rates, use a no-fee travel card or withdraw from ATMs of the big four banks (CBA, ANZ, NAB, Westpac). Airport bureau de change are expensive.
Watch out: The CAD/AUD rate moves 24 hours a day on weekdays. If you are converting a meaningful amount, compare providers using the mid-market rate on this page as your benchmark.
Did you know?
- Canada's two-dollar coin is called the 'Toonie' - a portmanteau of 'two' and 'Loonie' (the one-dollar coin). It was introduced in 1996.
Frequently asked questions
What moves the CAD/AUD exchange rate?
Iron ore vs crude oil - two commodity currencies driven by different resources. RBA vs Bank of Canada policy, and China (AUD's main trade partner) vs US (CAD's) economic health.
Is it better to use a card or withdraw cash for Australian Dollar?
For most travelers, a card with no foreign transaction fee is the simplest and cheapest option - provided you always choose to pay in Australian Dollar (the local currency) rather than Canadian Dollar. Choosing your home currency triggers Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC), which typically adds 3-5% on top. If you need cash, withdraw from ATMs in-country rather than exchanging at airports.
Learn more
- Bank of Canada - Exchange Rates - Official daily rates
- RBA - Exchange Rates - Reserve Bank of Australia daily rates
How this rate is calculated
We prefer a direct rate from our primary data source when one is available. If a direct quote is unavailable, we compute a cross-rate through a major intermediary currency (usually USD or EUR). When a rate is derived rather than directly quoted, we label it on the page. Full methodology.