How to call Thailand from Australia
Dial 0011 66, then the Thai number without its first 0.
How to Dial a Thai Number from Australia
Every Thai number starts with 0 when it is written in Thailand. From Australia, you replace that 0 with 0011 66.
Convert a Thai number
Type or paste the number you were given, in any format. We show you exactly what to dial from Australia.
Dial 0011
This is the code for an international call from Australia.
Dial 66
This is the country code for Thailand.
Dial the number without its first 0
Drop the 0 from the start of the area code or mobile number, then dial the rest.
From a mobile, you can also press + instead of 0011. For the same number, dial +66 2 123 4567.
How to Call A Thai Mobile from Australia
Thai mobile numbers start with 06, 08 or 09 and have 10 digits. Drop the 0 and dial the rest after 0011 66.
Every Thai mobile number starts with 6, 8 or 9 after the 0 is dropped.
With a phone card, a Thai landline or mobile costs from 3.1c a minute.
Get Cheap Calls To Thailand
Call Thai landlines and mobiles from any Australian mobile or landline. Pick a card, pay online and get your PIN by email.
- Cards from $5
- No contract
- $0 monthly fees
- PIN by email
- 1Choose landlines or mobilesEach card has its own rate for each.
- 2Pick a cardThe list puts the cheapest card first.
- 3Pay and get your PINYour PIN is emailed after purchase.
Compare Phone Card and Mobile Plan Rates to Thailand
What it costs per minute to call a Thai mobile at pay-as-you-go rates. A longer bar costs more.
- India Call phone card3.1c/min
- Asian Connection phone card3.5c/min
- Vodafone (prepaid)4c/min
- TPG Mobile5c/min
- Optus (prepaid)6c/min
- ALDImobile10c/min
- amaysim20c/min
- Vodafone (plan)20c/min
- Everyday Mobile from Woolworths70c/min
- Optus (plan)$1.40/min
- Telstra (plan)$1.40/min
Show rates and fees as a table
| Provider | Rate per minute | Fee per call | 10-minute call |
|---|---|---|---|
| India Call phone card | 3.1c | None | 31c |
| Asian Connection phone card | 3.5c | None | 35c |
| Vodafone (prepaid) | 4c | Not stated | 40c |
| TPG Mobile | 5c | 35c | 85c |
| Optus (prepaid) | 6c | Not stated | 60c |
| ALDImobile | 10c | None | $1.00 |
| amaysim | 20c | None | $2.00 |
| Vodafone (plan) | 20c | 28c | $2.28 |
| Everyday Mobile from Woolworths | 70c | 40c | $7.40 |
| Optus (plan) | $1.40 | 35c | $14.35 |
| Telstra (plan) | $1.40 | 40c | $14.40 |
Mobile plan prices are from each provider's website, checked 9 October 2026. Many plans also sell bundles that include Thai calls. Prices can change, so check with the provider.
How to Call Thailand with a Phone Card
A phone card is one of the cheapest ways to call Thailand from any Australian mobile or landline. Your PIN is emailed after purchase.
Dial the access number
Call the card's local access number for your city.
Enter your PIN
Type the PIN from your email. A voice tells you how much credit you have.
Dial the Thai number
Enter 0011 66 + the number without its first 0, then press #. The voice tells you how many minutes you have.
Talk, then hang up
To call another number, press ## instead of hanging up.
Register your phone for PINless dialling and you can skip step 2 next time.
Cheapest Rates to Call Thailand from Australia
Our cards with no connection fee and the best mix of Thai landline and mobile rates, checked on 22 October 2026. Rates are in Australian dollars per minute from the card's local access number.
| Card | Thai landline | Thai mobile |
|---|---|---|
| India Call | 3.1c/min | 3.1c/min |
| Easy Calling | 3.5c/min | 3.5c/min |
| Asian Connection | 3.5c/min | 3.5c/min |
| Hello World | 3.7c/min | 3.7c/min |
| African Dream | 4.2c/min | 4.2c/min |
Rates can change. The card page always shows the current rate before you buy.
What a Thai call costs
A 30 minute call to a Thai landline or mobile costs about 93c on India Call.
For long calls
Some cards charge a connection fee and give a lower rate. Mr Calls costs 2.2c a minute to Thai landlines and mobiles plus 89c a call. It saves money on calls longer than about 100 minutes.
See every card for Thailand
Compare all our cards for Thai calls, cheapest first, with prices and talk time.
Thai Area Codes
Dial these after 0011 66. They are shown without the first 0.
| City | Area code | You dial |
|---|---|---|
| Bangkok | 2 | 0011 66 2 + number |
| Chiang Mai | 53 | 0011 66 53 + number |
| Phuket | 76 | 0011 66 76 + number |
| Pattaya (Chonburi) | 38 | 0011 66 38 + number |
| Hat Yai (Songkhla) | 74 | 0011 66 74 + number |
| Khon Kaen | 43 | 0011 66 43 + number |
| Udon Thani | 42 | 0011 66 42 + number |
| Nakhon Ratchasima | 44 | 0011 66 44 + number |
| Krabi | 75 | 0011 66 75 + number |
| Koh Samui (Surat Thani) | 77 | 0011 66 77 + number |
| Hua Hin | 32 | 0011 66 32 + number |
Mobile numbers have no area code. Dial 0011 66, then the mobile number without its first 0.
Best Time to Call Thailand from Australia
Thailand is 1 to 4 hours behind Australia. The gap changes during the year because Sydney and Melbourne move their clocks for daylight saving.
| Time of year | Sydney & Melbourne | Brisbane | Perth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early April to early October | Thailand is 3 hours behind | Thailand is 3 hours behind | Thailand is 1 hour behind |
| Early October to early April | Thailand is 4 hours behind | Thailand is 3 hours behind | Thailand is 1 hour behind |
Thailand does not use daylight saving.
Evening in Australia is a good time to call. At 7pm in Sydney, it is 3pm or 4pm in Thailand, depending on the time of year. Our rates are the same at any hour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I call a +66 number from Australia?
Dial 0011 66, then the rest of the number. If the number is written as +66 2 123 4567, dial 0011 66 2 123 4567. From a mobile, you can dial +66 2 123 4567 as written.
Do I drop the 0 when I call Thailand from Australia?
Yes. Thai numbers start with 0 when they are written in Thailand. Leave out that 0 after 0011 66. For example, the Bangkok number 02 123 4567 becomes 0011 66 2 123 4567.
How do I call a Thai mobile from Australia?
Dial 0011 66, then the mobile number without its first 0. For example, 081 234 5678 becomes 0011 66 81 234 5678.
Why can't I call Thailand from Australia?
Check three things. You dialled 0011 66 at the start. You left out the first 0 of the Thai number. Your phone plan allows international calls.
How much does it cost to call Thailand from Australia?
On cards with no connection fee, calls to Thai landlines and mobiles start at 3.1c a minute. Some cards add a fee to each call. A 30 minute call to a Thai landline costs about 93c.
What is the time difference between Australia and Thailand?
Sydney and Melbourne are 3 to 4 hours ahead of Thailand, Brisbane is 3 hours ahead of Thailand and Perth is 1 hour ahead of Thailand. The gap changes with daylight saving.
Can I call other countries with the same card?
Yes. Our cards call more than 200 countries. See the cheapest rates for each one on our cheap international calls page.
