How do I call Australia from New Zealand?

To call Australia from New Zealand, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +61, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 412 345 678, you would dial: 00 61 412 345 678.

What is the country calling code for Australia when calling from New Zealand?

The country calling code for Australia is +61. To call Australia from New Zealand, dial +61 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is Australia in?

Australia spans multiple timezones: UTC+05:00, UTC+06:30, UTC+07:00, UTC+08:00, UTC+09:30, UTC+10:00, UTC+10:30, UTC+11:30. The capital Canberra is typically in one of the eastern timezones.

What currency is used in Australia?

The official currency of Australia is the Australian dollar ($). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of Australia?

The capital city of Australia is Canberra. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to Australia when calling from New Zealand?

To make affordable calls to Australia from New Zealand, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +61 followed by the local number. No app download required, and our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

How much does it cost to call Australia when calling from New Zealand?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to Australia from New Zealand. Rates vary depending on whether you're calling a mobile or landline number. Check our rates page for the most up-to-date pricing.

What is the best time to call Australia from New Zealand?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 16h destination ahead. A practical window in New Zealand is 17:00-23:59 and 00:00-02:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in Australia.

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How to Call Australia from New Zealand

Calling Australia from New Zealand: 00 61 [local number].

Australia Country Code: +61

ISO: AU

AUS

Quick answer

To call Australia from New Zealand, dial 00, then 61, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 61 412 345 678.

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Dialing format

00 61 412 345 678

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Australia correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in Australia - whether you’re calling Canberra or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to Australia from New Zealand

International Guide

Dial the exit code for New Zealand

Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for New Zealand.

Add Australia's country code

Dial the country code +61 for Australia.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in Australia (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: 00 61 [local number] - For example: 00 61 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

0061412 345 678

Exit Code•Country Code•Phone Number

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Calling Australia from New Zealand: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+61

Capital of Australia

Canberra

Region

Oceania (Australia and New Zealand)

Currency of Australia

Australian dollar ($)

Australia Time Zones

UTC+05:00, UTC+06:30, UTC+07:00, UTC+08:00, UTC+09:30, UTC+10:00, UTC+10:30, UTC+11:30

Current time

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Australia at a Glance

Australia, located in Australia and New Zealand, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Canberra, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 28M.

The official currency is the Australian dollar ($). When calling Australia, the country code is +61. The country observes the UTC+05:00, UTC+06:30, UTC+07:00, UTC+08:00, UTC+09:30, UTC+10:00, UTC+10:30, UTC+11:30 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include English.

Destination Calling Profile: Australia

Population

28M

Population Rank

#52 of 230

Language Footprint

English

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+05:00, UTC+06:30 +6 more

City/Area Code Coverage

9 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Shared with 2 countryies

Australia currently has a 9-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +61.

This code is shared with: Christmas Island, Cocos Islands.

Route Profile: New Zealand to Australia

Exit Code in New Zealand

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

New Zealand Country Code

+64

Route Dialing Pattern

00 61 412 345 678

Capital Time Difference

16h destination ahead

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

17:00-23:59 and 00:00-02:00

Currency Pair

New Zealand dollar ($) -> Australian dollar ($)

Primary languages: New Zealand (English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language) and Australia (English).

Shared language overlap: English. Primary timezones: New Zealand (UTC-11:00, UTC-10:00, UTC+12:00, UTC+12:45, UTC+13:00) and Australia (UTC+05:00, UTC+06:30, UTC+07:00, UTC+08:00, UTC+09:30, UTC+10:00, UTC+10:30, UTC+11:30).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: New Zealand to Australia

Use this route profile to plan a real call from New Zealand to Australia, including the exit code, destination country code, time difference, and local context.

From

New Zealand

Australia

New Zealand exit code: 00Australia calling code: +61Time difference: 16h destination ahead

For dialing this route, callers in New Zealand usually start with 00 or the plus sign, then dial +61 before the local Australia number.

New Zealand's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC-11:00, while Australia's is UTC+05:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 17:00-23:59 or 00:00-02:00.

Dialing from New Zealand

New Zealand callers are represented by NZ/NZL, with Wellington as a capital reference point, Australia and New Zealand, 5.3M people, New Zealand dollar ($), and primary language context of English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language.

Origin exit prefix: 00 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +64. Origin time zones: UTC-11:00, UTC-10:00, UTC+12:00, UTC+12:45 +1 more.

Australia dialing details

Australia is represented here by AU/AUS, Canberra, Australia and New Zealand, about 28M people, Australian dollar ($), and primary language context of English.

Destination calling code: +61. Destination time zones: UTC+05:00, UTC+06:30, UTC+07:00, UTC+08:00 +4 more. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

New Zealand to Australia call planning

This route combines New Zealand's outbound dialing rules with Australia's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 16h destination ahead, and the recommended origin-time window is 17:00-23:59 or 00:00-02:00.

Dialing sequence: 00 61 local number. Business-hour window: 17:00-23:59 or 00:00-02:00. Time relationship: 16h destination ahead.

Destination market: Australia is in Australia and New Zealand, with Canberra as a main administrative center. Calls from New Zealand may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 28M. Primary language context: English. Local billing and everyday prices use Australian dollar ($).

Route context: New Zealand is listed in Australia and New Zealand with a population of about 5.3M; Australia is listed in Australia and New Zealand with about 28M. The route has shared language overlap in English. Currency context also changes across the route: New Zealand dollar ($) in New Zealand and Australian dollar ($) in Australia.

From New Zealand, the conventional international prefix is 00; mobile callers can usually use +, then +61, then the Australia local number.Wellington to Canberra has a 16h destination ahead time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.New Zealand and Australia share English, which can make customer-support or family calls easier to coordinate.For Australia, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

City & Area Codes for Australia

9 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Casey	61-12	+61-12 [local number]
Central East Region	61-2	+61-2 [local number]
Central West Region	61-8	+61-8 [local number]
Davis	61-10	+61-10 [local number]
Macquarie Island	61-13	+61-13 [local number]
Mawson	61-11	+61-11 [local number]
Mobile Phones	61-4	+61-4 [local number]
North East Region	61-7	+61-7 [local number]
South East Region	61-3	+61-3 [local number]