Convert Australian Dollar to South African Rand
AUD to ZAR Exchange Rate Calculator
1 Australian Dollar (AUD) = 11.8299 South African Rand (ZAR) at the live mid-market rate. That means $100 AUD converts to roughly 1,182.99 ZAR, and $1,000 AUD converts to about 11,829.90 ZAR. The AUD/ZAR rate refreshes every hour from Frankfurter, which sources data from the European Central Bank reference set. Enter any amount below to convert instantly — free, no sign-up.
90-day AUD/ZAR context
Over the past 90 days, AUD/ZAR has traded between 11.2474 and 12.0130. The current rate of 11.8299 sits roughly 76% through that range — near the upper end, meaning South African Rand has been weaker than typical against Australian Dollar recently. Versus the rate 90 days ago, Australian Dollar has strengthened by 4.28% against South African Rand.
AUD/ZAR Price History
Interactive AUD/ZAR exchange rate chart with 7-day, 30-day, and 90-day views.
About Australian Dollar (AUD)
The Australian Dollar (AUD) is the official currency of Australia and the fifth-most-traded currency in the world. Often called "the Aussie," it is the archetypal commodity currency — tightly linked to iron ore, coal, LNG exports, and Chinese industrial demand.
- •Fifth-most-traded currency, ~7% of daily forex volume
- •Australia is the world's largest iron ore exporter
- •Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) targets 2–3% inflation over the medium term
- •AUD/USD is highly correlated with copper and iron ore futures
- •Australia issued the world's first full polymer banknote series in 1988
About South African Rand (ZAR)
The South African Rand (ZAR) is the official currency used for trade and commerce. Its value against other currencies fluctuates based on market conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do commodity prices affect AUD/ZAR?
AUD is a commodity-linked currency — its movements correlate closely with iron ore and copper prices. Rising commodity prices typically strengthen AUD and move AUD/ZAR accordingly.
What is a typical daily range for AUD/ZAR?
Daily ranges vary with volatility regimes. Majors like EUR/USD typically move 0.5–1.2% on quiet days and 2–3% on data-release days. Check the 30-day chart above for a sense of the current range.
What economic events move AUD/ZAR the most?
The biggest scheduled catalysts are RBA monthly meetings (first Tuesday), Australian CPI, and Chinese PMIs and central bank rate decisions and inflation prints. Geopolitical headlines and global risk sentiment also produce meaningful moves, especially when one currency is a safe-haven and the other is risk-sensitive.
Is it cheaper to convert AUD to ZAR at a bank or online?
Online money-transfer services (Wise, Revolut, Remitly, InstaRem) typically offer rates much closer to the mid-market AUD/ZAR than traditional banks. Always compare the total delivered amount, not just the advertised "fee" — many providers embed their margin in the exchange rate itself.
Does the AUD/ZAR rate change on weekends?
The interbank forex market closes from Friday 21:00 UTC until Sunday 21:00 UTC, so mid-market AUD/ZAR rates don't update during that window. Retail broker spreads often widen at Sunday open as Asian desks reopen, so the first few hours of the new week can carry wider execution costs.
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