How to Call Philippines from Australia
Learn how to call from Australia to Philippines with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.36/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call Philippines from Australia
The cheapest way to call Philippines from Australia is using a browser-based VoIP service like HelloAirDial. With rates starting at just $0.36 per minute, you'll save 50-80% compared to traditional carriers, calling cards, or roaming charges.
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How to Call from Australia to Philippines
To make a call, dial the exit code (0011), followed by the country code (63), then the local number. HelloAirDial makes it simple - just enter the full number in your browser and we handle the formatting automatically. Rates start at $0.36 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇦🇺 Australia to 🇵🇠Philippines
- 1
Dial the exit code: 0011
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from Australia.
- 2
Dial Philippines's country code: 63
The country code for Philippines is +63.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: +63 917 123 4567
- Landline: +63 2 8123 4567
Cheap Calls from Australia to Philippines
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from Australia to Philippines starting at $0.36/minute, up to 80% less than traditional international calling.
Traditional Calling
- • Carrier rates: $1-3/min
- • Calling cards: Hidden fees
- • Roaming: Expensive abroad
HelloAirDial
- • From $0.36/min
- • No hidden fees or contracts
- • Works anywhere with internet
🇦🇺 Australia Carrier Rates to 🇵🇠Philippines
- Telstra$0.30-2.50
- Optus$0.20-2.00
- Vodafone Australia$0.20-1.80
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Best Time to Call 🇵🇠Philippines
Recommended Calling Hours
- • For consumers, avoid calls before 09:00 and after 20:00 Philippine time unless prearranged
- • Business contacts are typically reachable Monday to Friday, 09:00 17:00, excluding local holidays
Calling Etiquette in Philippines
- • Open with a polite greeting and address the person as Sir or Maam or by their title and surname
- • Confirm if it is a good time to talk, especially for sales or support follow ups
- • English and Filipino are widely spoken; switch language only if both parties are comfortable
- • For business, be concise, state your organization and purpose early, and summarize next steps
Reaching 🇵🇠Philippines via Apps
- • WhatsApp, Viber, Facebook Messenger, and similar apps are common for personal and small business calls
- • Many users rely on mobile data rather than fixed broadband; call quality can vary by location and time
- • Some corporate environments may restrict app based calling on office networks for security reasons
International Calling Requirements in 🇦🇺 Australia
- • Ensure your mobile or landline plan includes international calling or IDD; many prepaid plans block it by default.
- • Dial 0011 or use the + sign before the destination country code when calling overseas.
- • For mobiles, enable international roaming if you plan to use your Australian SIM outside Australia.
- • Some providers require sufficient prepaid credit or an international add on before allowing IDD calls.
- • Business lines may have international barring; request your telecom admin or provider to lift it if needed.
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇵🇠Philippines
- Your call cannot be connected as dialed. - Check you used 0011 or +, included the correct country code, and removed any leading 0 from the area or mobile code.
- International calls are barred from this service. - Contact your provider or account admin to enable IDD, or add an international pack if on prepaid.
- Insufficient funds to complete this call. - Recharge your prepaid balance or ensure your postpaid account is in good standing and includes IDD.
FAQs: Calling 🇵🇠Philippines from 🇦🇺 Australia
How do I call from Australia to Philippines?
Dial 0011 (exit code) + 63 (Philippines country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from Australia to Philippines?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.36/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for Philippines?
The country code for Philippines is +63. When calling from Australia, dial 0011 63 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from Australia?
Dial 0011 or use +, then the country code, then the area or mobile code without its leading 0, then the local number.
Should I use roaming or Wi Fi or VOIP when overseas with an Australian SIM?
Roaming is convenient but often costly; using Wi Fi and apps like WhatsApp or Skype is usually cheaper, especially for long calls.
How much do international calls from Australia cost?
Rates vary by carrier, plan and destination, roughly from USD 0.20 to over 2.00 per minute; check your providers IDD or pack rates before calling.