Budget Planner – 2018 Australian Grand Prix

How much will a weekend at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne set you back? Read our budget planner to find out! The next race is on March 22-25, 2018.

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.

• Weekend cost approx. $465 AUD ($365 USD)
• General admission ticket = $165
• Hostel accommodation for 3 nights: $150
• Spending money ($50 x 3) = $150
  

• Weekend cost approx. $900 AUD ($707 USD)
• Schumacher grandstand ticket = $299
• Mid-range hotel for 3 nights (double/twin share, per person) = $300
• Daily spending ($100 x 3) = $300
  

• Weekend cost approx. $2860 AUD ($2250 USD)
• F1 Experiences Trophy package with Prost grandstand ticket = $1660
• 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.

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