Australia on a budget
Australia has a reputation for being expensive — but with the right timing and choices, a first trip can come in around ₹2,50,000 per person. The trick is shoulder-season flights, apartments over hotels, and leaning on the country's many free natural attractions. Here's how.
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How to keep Australia affordable
Time it right
Shoulder-season flights from India can be ₹20,000–30,000 cheaper than the December peak — the single biggest saving.
Stay in apartments
Self-catering apartments cost less than hotels and let you cook breakfast and the odd dinner.
Do the free stuff
Bondi-to-Coogee, the Royal Botanic Garden, St Kilda beach and most lookouts are free — Australia's best moments often cost nothing.
Pick one coast
Stick to the east coast (Sydney–Melbourne or Sydney–Cairns) rather than crossing the continent — distance is the hidden cost.
What ₹2,50,000 covers
- ✓Fly in shoulder season (Mar–May, Sep–Nov) — flights and hotels drop sharply off the Dec–Jan peak.
- ✓Book apartments or aparthotels and cook some meals — eating out adds up fast.
- ✓Pick one or two regions, not the whole country — long distances eat budget and time.
- ✓Lean on free attractions — beaches, coastal walks, parks and lookouts cost nothing.
Figures are realistic ballparks and vary with season, dates and how early you book. Use the planner for live prices.
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🎯 Build My Trip Under ₹2,50,000Frequently asked questions
Can you do Australia on a budget from India?
Yes — a first trip can come in around ₹2,50,000 per person with shoulder-season flights, apartment stays, some self-catering, and by focusing on one or two regions instead of the whole country.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Australia from India?
Australia's shoulder seasons — roughly March–May and September–November — are cheapest, avoiding both the December–January summer peak and school holidays.
How can I save money in Australia?
Book apartments and cook some meals, use cheap public transport (Sydney's ferries are a scenic bargain), lean on free beaches and walks, and limit paid attractions to one or two highlights.