How to Call Australia
Landline from $0.06/min · Mobile from $0.17/min — from your browser, no app needed
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Dialing Australia (+61): the short answer
Leave out the leading 0 of the domestic number. The +61 country code replaces it.
In BoraPhone you never need an exit code: type +61 and the number, and the call connects from your browser.
Calling Rates for Australia
Live rates in USD, pulled from carrier pricing. The same rate applies wherever you call from.
How much will my call cost?
| Duration | Landline | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| 5 min | $0.30 | $0.86 |
| 10 min | $0.60 | $1.71 |
| 15 min | $0.90 | $2.56 |
| 30 min | $1.80 | $5.11 |
All rates are in USD. Calls are billed per minute and rounded up to the next minute. No connection fees or hidden charges. Your first call is free.
Best time to call Australia
Australia is on Multiple time zones (AEST/ACST/AWST), UTC+8 to UTC+11. To reach people between 9 AM and 8 PM their time:
| If you are in | Time difference | 9 AM your time is | Call between |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | +15 h | 12:00 AM | 6:00 PM to 5:00 AM |
| Los Angeles | +18 h | 3:00 AM | 3:00 PM to 2:00 AM |
| London | +10 h | 7:00 PM | 11:00 PM to 10:00 AM |
Standard time. Daylight saving in either place can shift these by an hour.
Area codes and things to know before you dial Australia
- Drop the 0: Sydney 02 becomes +61 2, and a mobile 04xx becomes +61 4xx.
- Australian 1300 and 1800 numbers are domestic services and usually cannot be dialled from abroad. Ask for a geographic number instead.
- Australia has three main time zones and only some states observe daylight saving, so Sydney and Brisbane can differ by an hour in the southern summer.
Why call Australia with BoraPhone?
- No app needed — call directly from your browser on any device
- Pay as you go — no contracts, no monthly subscriptions
- HD voice quality powered by enterprise-grade infrastructure
- Call landlines in Australia for $0.06/min — good rate compared to traditional carriers
- Australian mobile numbers always start with 04. When dialing internationally, replace the 0 with +61.
Frequently asked questions
How do I call Australia from the US?
From a US landline or mobile, dial 011, then 61, then the Australia number without its leading 0. From a mobile you can also dial +61 directly. In BoraPhone, enter +61 and the number and press call.
How do I call Australia from the UK?
From the UK dial 00, then 61, then the Australia number without its leading 0. From a mobile, +61 and the number works from anywhere. BoraPhone charges the same rate whether you call from the UK, the US or anywhere else.
How much does it cost to call Australia?
Calls to Australia start at $0.06 per minute with BoraPhone. Landline rates are $0.06/min and mobile rates are $0.17/min. Calls are billed per minute, rounded up to the next minute, with no connection fee and no subscription.
Is it cheaper to call a landline or a mobile in Australia?
Calling a landline is cheaper. Landlines are $0.06/min and mobiles $0.17/min, so a 10-minute call costs $0.60 to a landline and $1.71 to a mobile.
Do I need an app to call Australia?
No. BoraPhone works directly in your web browser. Just sign up, add credit, and start calling Australia in under a minute. No downloads or installations required. It works on desktop, laptop, tablet, and mobile.
What is the country code for Australia?
The country code for Australia is +61. When calling with BoraPhone, just enter the full number including the country code and we handle the connection automatically.
What time zone is Australia in?
Australia is in Multiple time zones (AEST/ACST/AWST), UTC+8 to UTC+11. When it is 9 AM in New York it is 12:00 AM in Australia; when it is 9 AM in London it is 7:00 PM. Check the local time before calling to reach people at a convenient hour.