AUD vs CNY
1 AUD = 4.6802 CNY
ECB reference rate of 2026-10-29 (published business days ~16:00 CET) · Mid-market rate, bank spreads and fees not included
Quick Stats
Historical Comparison
AUD / CNY| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 4.6954 2026-09-29 | 4.6802 | -0.32% | 4.6241 2026-10-15 | 4.6959 2026-10-21 | |
| 3 Months | 4.6960 2026-07-29 | 4.6802 | -0.34% | 4.6241 2026-10-15 | 4.8462 2026-09-09 | |
| 6 Months | 4.8943 2026-04-29 | 4.6802 | -4.37% | 4.6241 2026-10-15 | 4.9361 2026-05-07 | |
| 1 Year | 4.6854 2025-10-29 | 4.6802 | -0.11% | 4.5773 2025-11-24 | 4.9361 2026-05-07 | |
| 3 Years | 4.6427 2023-10-27 | 4.6802 | +0.81% | 4.4104 2025-04-07 | 4.9361 2026-05-07 | |
| 5 Years | 4.8197 2021-10-29 | 4.6802 | -2.89% | 4.4104 2025-04-07 | 4.9361 2026-05-07 | |
| 10 Years | 5.1340 2016-10-28 | 4.6802 | -8.84% | 4.1098 2020-03-23 | 5.3917 2017-07-27 |
Then, Now, Low and High are daily ECB reference rates (one observation per business day, not intraday highs or lows); Then is the last business day on or before the start of the period. Trend lines plot daily (1 month), weekly (3 months–1 year) or monthly (3–10 years) observations, always keeping the first and last. Missing days are left out, not estimated. Source: European Central Bank via Frankfurter API
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 1 AUD in CNY?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 AUD equals 4.6802 CNY. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the AUD to CNY exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 4.6802 CNY per 1 AUD. The ECB publishes once per business day around 16:00 CET, so the rate does not change over weekends or holidays.
Where does CurrencyVersus get its AUD/CNY data?
CurrencyVersus sources all exchange rate data from the Frankfurter API, which provides European Central Bank (ECB) reference rates. The ECB publishes these once per business day, around 16:00 CET; they are not live market quotes. Gold and silver prices come separately from gold-api.com and update more often than the daily ECB reference rates.
Can I view historical AUD to CNY exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical AUD/CNY exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About AUD / CNY
AUD — Australian Dollar
The Australian Dollar is one of the major currencies of the foreign exchange market. It is considered a commodity currency due to Australia's significant exports of iron ore, coal, and natural gas.
CNY — Chinese Yuan
The Chinese Yuan (also known as Renminbi) is the official currency of the People's Republic of China. It is used in international trade and was added to the IMF's SDR basket in 2016.
Key Factors Affecting AUD/CNY
AUD Drivers
- Iron ore and commodity prices
- Chinese economic demand and trade relations
- RBA interest rate decisions
- Australian employment and inflation data
CNY Drivers
- PBoC monetary policy and daily fixing rate
- US-China trade relations and tariffs
- Chinese GDP growth and manufacturing data
- Capital flow controls and internationalization policies
💡 Did You Know? — AUD
Australian banknotes are made of polymer (plastic) rather than paper, which makes them durable and waterproof.
💡 Did You Know? — CNY
The word 'yuan' literally means 'round' in Chinese, referring to the round shape of coins used in imperial China.
Economy Overview
Australia
Australia is a major exporter of natural resources, with China as a key trading partner. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) manages monetary policy.
China
China is one of the world's major economies and a major global exporter. The People's Bank of China (PBoC) manages the yuan through a managed float exchange rate system.
Editorial content last reviewed: 2026-10-22