Starlink Australia Plans — Every Plan, Price & What You Need to Know Before Signing Up

All prices below are in Australian dollars. Starlink has two categories: Residential plans for home use at a fixed address, and Roam plans for travel, caravans, RVs, and grey nomads. The Residential Max plan is currently the best-value tier for most households.

Starlink Australia has different plan names, pricing, and features compared to Starlink in the United States — a source of significant confusion for people researching online. Everything below is specific to Australian plans, priced in Australian dollars, and based on current Australian availability. If you have found conflicting information elsewhere, it may be from American sources.

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  How much is Starlink per month in Australia? Residential plans: $69, $99, or $139/month (AUD) · Roam plans: $8.50, $80, or $195/month · Promotional $20/month discount available for new customers in eligible areas · All prices in Australian dollars · No lock-in contracts

  The most common Starlink home plan in Australia is the Residential Max at $139/month, which gives uncapped speeds of 400+ Mbps, unlimited data, a free Starlink Mini portable dish rental, a free mesh Wi-Fi router, and 50% off Roam plans for travel use — making it considerably better value than the lower tiers for most households. The Residential 100 Mbps plan at $69/month is the entry point, suitable for one or two light internet users. A current promotional discount of $20/month off all tiers applies for new customers in eligible areas, bringing the entry price down to $49/month for the first four months, then reverting to the standard rate. The standard hardware kit is available as a free rental (pay only $19 for shipping) — eliminating the previous $549 upfront purchase requirement. All Australian Starlink plans are billed month-to-month in AUD with no lock-in contracts and no data caps. A demand surcharge of $135–$1,295 may apply in certain high-demand areas and only appears after you enter your specific address on the Starlink website.
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  Is Starlink worth getting in Australia? For rural, regional, and remote areas with no cable or fibre: almost certainly yes · For urban areas with good NBN fibre: usually no — NBN fibre is faster and cheaper · The ACCC independently measured Starlink at 30.9ms latency vs NBN Satellite at 663ms

  Whether Starlink is worth it in Australia comes down almost entirely to what is available at your specific address. For Australians on farms, remote properties, outback stations, and regional areas where NBN options are limited to Sky Muster satellite or poor-quality fixed wireless, Starlink represents a major upgrade: speeds of 100–300+ Mbps versus Sky Muster’s 25 Mbps maximum, and latency of 25–60 ms versus Sky Muster’s 600–700 ms. The lower latency alone is transformative — it makes video calls and telehealth consultations work properly, eliminates the frustrating delay that made old satellite internet feel unusable, and enables applications that Sky Muster simply cannot support. For Australians in metro or suburban areas with access to NBN fibre (FTTP or HFC), the situation reverses: NBN fibre delivers 500 Mbps–1 Gbps at $60–$100/month with latency under 10ms and no hardware to buy. Where fibre is available, it is genuinely the better product. The honest advice: check your address on the NBN website (nbn.com.au) first, confirm your connection type, and only consider Starlink if your NBN option is Fixed Wireless, Sky Muster, or slow FTTN copper that disappoints in the evenings.
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  What is the new $40 Starlink plan in Australia? Residential Max subscribers ($139/mo) receive Roam 100 GB at 50% off — paying $40/month instead of the standard $80/month · This is not a standalone $40 plan — it is a discount unlocked by having the Max home plan

  The $40/month Starlink figure that appears in Australian searches refers to the 50% Roam discount available exclusively to Residential Max subscribers. Under the current plan structure, Residential Max customers ($139/month for their home service) can add a Roam 100 GB plan for their travel dish at half price — $40/month instead of the standard $80/month. This is paired with a free Starlink Mini dish rental, meaning a Residential Max subscriber essentially gets home internet plus a portable travel internet solution for a combined $179/month — a meaningful saving compared to paying full price for both. The Starlink Roam Standby Mode at $8.50/month is the lowest-priced standalone option available in Australia, though it only provides 0.5 Mbps connectivity — sufficient for phone calls over Wi-Fi, basic emails, messaging, and maps when parked, but not suitable for video streaming or working from home. Always check starlink.com/au for the current promotion structure, as plan inclusions and pricing are updated periodically.
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  Can I get Starlink for my caravan or motorhome in Australia? Yes — Starlink Roam plans are specifically designed for grey nomads, caravanners, and travellers · Three options: Standby $8.50/mo, Roam 100 GB $80/mo, Roam Unlimited $195/mo · The Starlink Mini dish ($399 on promotion) fits in a backpack and powers from a cigarette lighter adapter

  Starlink Roam is one of the most popular internet solutions for Australian grey nomads, caravanners, and outback travellers — delivering 160+ Mbps speeds in areas with zero mobile coverage. The Roam 100 GB plan ($80/month) is the most popular starting point: it provides 100 GB of high-speed priority data each billing month, after which speeds reduce during congestion (you are not cut off). The Roam Unlimited plan ($195/month) suits full-time caravanners who need unrestricted data. Standby Mode at $8.50/month is ideal for travellers who leave the dish in their van during the winter months at home, keeping the account active at minimal cost for phone calls via Wi-Fi and basic messaging in areas without mobile coverage. An important change as of early 2026: Standby Mode no longer functions while the dish detects movement — you need a Roam plan for in-motion use. The Starlink Mini dish ($399 currently at 33% promotional discount from $599) is compact and backpack-sized, powers from any USB-C source or your vehicle’s auxiliary socket with the optional car adapter, and sets up in under five minutes. Many grey nomads switch between Standby Mode when at home for months and activate Roam for travel seasons, saving $380–$570 per year compared to keeping a Roam plan active year-round.
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  How does Starlink compare to NBN in Australia? NBN Fibre (FTTP/HFC): faster, cheaper, and more reliable where available — choose NBN fibre if you have it · NBN Fixed Wireless: Starlink wins on speed and consistency, especially in evenings · NBN Sky Muster Satellite: Starlink is dramatically better on every measure

  The right comparison depends on which type of NBN is available at your address — they are very different products. NBN Fibre (FTTP and HFC): This is the best available home internet technology in Australia, offering speeds of up to 1,000 Mbps at $60–$100/month with no hardware purchase. Where fibre is available, it is faster, cheaper, and more stable than Starlink. Approximately 45–55% of Australian households can access fibre NBN. NBN Fixed Wireless: This uses radio signals from ground towers. Plans start at $60–$100/month, and in theory reach up to 400 Mbps — but real evening speeds in congested areas frequently drop to 15–20 Mbps, frustrating families who expected consistent performance. Starlink consistently outperforms Fixed Wireless in speed and reliability, particularly in the evenings. NBN Satellite (Sky Muster): The old satellite option. Maximum 25 Mbps, latency of 600–700 ms (versus Starlink’s 25–60 ms), and data caps. The ACCC’s independent Broadband Performance Report measured Starlink latency at 30.9 ms and Sky Muster at 663.2 ms — a 20-fold difference that fundamentally changes what the internet can do for you. For anyone currently on Sky Muster who does video calls, telehealth consultations, or wants to stream reliably, the switch to Starlink is almost universally recommended.
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  How much does the Starlink hardware cost in Australia? Standard Kit: $0 rental (pay $19 shipping) OR $549 to purchase outright · Starlink Mini: currently $399 (promotional price; normally $599) · Professional installation: approx. $140 for standard install, up to $400–$600 for complex roof/cable setups

  The hardware situation for Starlink Australia has improved significantly. The Standard Kit — which includes the Gen 3 satellite dish, a Wi-Fi router, cables, and mounting hardware — is now available on a rental model with no upfront purchase required. You pay only $19 for shipping, receive the full kit, and use it as long as your subscription is active. If you cancel, you return it within 30 days (normal wear and tear is expected). If you prefer to own the hardware outright, the purchase price is $549. Refurbished kits occasionally become available for around $299 and still carry the full warranty. The Starlink Mini — the portable, backpack-sized dish popular with caravanners — is currently $399 (promotional 33% discount from $599). Professional installation through a Starlink-authorised installer typically costs $140 for a straightforward ground-level or standard roof mount setup. More complex installations involving heights, tin roofs, long cable runs, or harsh conditions (coastal salt, tropical humidity, cyclone-rated requirements) typically run $400–$600 for a quality job. Important for Australian conditions: in northern and coastal regions, use UV-resistant cable conduit and marine-grade stainless steel mounting hardware — standard equipment degrades quickly in harsh Australian sun and salt air.
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  Can I get Starlink through Telstra or Optus in Australia? Telstra: Yes — offers a Satellite Home Internet plan at $125/month (speeds capped at 50 Mbps, 24-month contract, hardware $549) · Optus: Business customers only · Buying direct from Starlink is $139/month with uncapped speeds and no contract — usually better value

  Telstra offers a Starlink-powered Satellite Home Internet plan at $125/month — $14/month cheaper than the direct Residential Max price — but with significant trade-offs. Telstra’s plan caps speeds at 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, compared to uncapped 400+ Mbps going direct. It also comes with a 24-month lock-in contract, whereas Starlink direct is fully month-to-month. Hardware on Telstra’s plan costs $549 upfront (or on occasion at a discount), while Starlink direct now offers free hardware rental. The Telstra plan does include a 4G backup modem for failover connectivity — useful if continuity is critical — and the benefit of dealing with Telstra’s local customer service rather than Starlink’s online-only support model. For most residential customers, buying direct from starlink.com/au provides faster speeds, no contract, and now comparable or lower cost with the hardware rental model. The Telstra option may suit customers who strongly prefer having a local telco relationship, need the 4G backup, or want to bundle with a Telstra home phone service. Kogan, JB Hi-Fi, Officeworks, and Harvey Norman also sell Starlink hardware at the standard $549 price — useful if you want click-and-collect or free metro delivery — but these are hardware-only purchases; the service plan must still be signed up through Starlink directly.
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  Is it easy to set up Starlink in Australia? Most customers self-install in 30–45 minutes using the Starlink app’s step-by-step guide · The app includes an obstruction scanner using your phone’s camera to find the best location · Professional installation available from $140 in most areas

  Starlink self-installation is genuinely straightforward for most Australian properties. The Starlink app (free on iPhone and Android) guides you through every step and includes an obstruction scanner that uses your phone’s camera to identify the best position for the dish — avoiding trees, rooflines, water tanks, and buildings that would block the satellite signal. For ground-level setups on a deck, patio, or shed roof with good sky access, most customers are online within 30–45 minutes of receiving the kit. The dish automatically finds and tracks satellites; you do not need to manually aim it. For permanent roof mounting, a Starlink flush mount or pipe adapter ($35–$65) is recommended and requires standard tools. In Australian conditions, a few extra considerations apply: position the cable entry point carefully to prevent water ingress during heavy rain, use UV-resistant conduit over any exposed cable runs (harsh Australian sun degrades standard cable quickly), and in cyclone-rated zones use marine-grade stainless steel mounting hardware. Professional installation ($140 for a standard setup, $400–$600 for complex configurations) is worth considering for two-storey homes, tin or slate roofs, long cable runs, or properties in harsh coastal or tropical environments. The ACCC confirmed in its Broadband Performance Report that Starlink now consistently delivers the speeds and latency it advertises across Australian test locations.

Starlink hardware is sold at major Australian retailers and can be ordered direct from starlink.com/au. Professional installation is available through authorised installers. Use the buttons below to find options near your location.