Budget Planner – 2020 Australian Grand Prix

Filed in Australian Grand Prix Travel Guide by Editor on December 7, 2019 • 0 Comments

How much will a weekend at the 2020 Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne set you back? Read our budget planner to find out!

The Australian dollar has fallen against major international currencies in recent years, making the race at Albert Park a cheaper proposition for traveling international fans. The Australian Grand Prix also represents very good value for money when considering the high overall standard of accommodation, circuit organization and service levels.

BUDGET

Weekend cost approx. $485 AUD ($330 USD)
4-Day Park Pass (General Admission) ticket = $185
Hostel accommodation for 3 nights: $150
Spending money ($50 x 3) = $150

MID-RANGE

Weekend cost approx. $940 AUD ($640 USD)
Schumacher grandstand ticket = $340
Mid-range hotel for 3 nights (double/twin share, per person) = $300
Daily spending ($100 x 3) = $300

HIGH-END

Weekend cost approx. $5000 AUD ($3420 USD)
F1 Experiences Champions Club hospitality in the Brabham Skybox = $3800
Four star hotel for 3 nights (double/twin share, per person) = $600
Daily budget ($200 x 3) = $600

Average costs are based on a stay of 3 nights in Melbourne with race ticket, accommodation and spending money. Prices do not include air travel (or other travel costs) required to reach Melbourne.
About our categories: Budget fans buy the cheapest race tickets (General Admission) and camp by the track or stay in a hostel. Mid-Range fans buy a grandstand ticket and stay in a 3-star hotel, whilst High-End fans buy a VIP or experience package and stay in a 4 or 5 star hotel.

Average daily travel costs in Melbourne