Where to find the currency setting on Airbnb
You can change the currency Airbnb displays prices in by going to your account settings. On the Airbnb website, click the profile icon in the top right corner, then select "Account" from the dropdown menu. Scroll down to find "Preferences" and look for the "Currency" option there.
On the Airbnb mobile app, tap the profile icon at the bottom right, then tap "Account". Scroll to "Preferences" and select "Currency". The app will show you a list of currencies to choose from, organized alphabetically.
Key Takeaways
- Currency settings are found in your Account section under Preferences on both the website and mobile app.
- Changing your currency only changes what you see on your screen — the actual price you pay depends on your payment method and location.
- Airbnb converts prices from the listing's original currency using its own exchange rate, which may differ from your bank's rate.
- Your choice of currency does not affect how much you are charged; it only affects how the price is displayed to you.
What happens when you change your currency
When you select a new currency, Airbnb converts all prices on the site to show you that currency instead. If a listing is posted in euros but you select US dollars, you will see the dollar equivalent. This conversion happens when ready across the entire site — search results, listing pages, and your booking confirmation all update to your chosen currency.
The conversion uses Airbnb's exchange rate, which is set daily but may not match your bank's rate or the mid-market rate you see elsewhere. This difference means the price shown in your chosen currency might be slightly higher or lower than what you would calculate yourself. When you actually pay, your credit card or payment method will explore its own exchange rate on top of Airbnb's conversion.
Currency versus payment method and location
Your currency setting is separate from your payment method and your location. Changing the currency display does not change which currency you actually pay in. If you live in France but select Japanese yen as your display currency, you will see prices in yen, but you will still be charged in euros (or whatever currency your payment method uses).
Airbnb charges you in the currency of the listing, not the currency you chose to view. So if you book a property listed in British pounds, you pay in pounds, regardless of what currency you set your account to display. Your bank or credit card then converts that charge to your home currency at their own rate.
Why your displayed price might not match what you pay
Three separate exchange rates can affect what you see versus what you actually pay. First, Airbnb converts the listing price to your display currency using its rate. Second, the listing itself is in a specific currency set by the host. Third, your payment method applies its own conversion when the charge posts to your account.
If you want to know the exact amount you will be charged, look at the "Price details" section on the checkout page. This shows the breakdown in the currency you will actually be charged in, which is the listing's original currency. That number is what matters for your final bill.
Changing currency on different devices
If you use Airbnb on both a computer and a phone, your currency preference syncs across devices. Change it once in your account settings, and both your desktop and mobile app will show the same currency. This sync happens automatically within a few minutes.
If you are using Airbnb in a web browser on your phone rather than the app, the process is the same as on a desktop — tap your profile icon, go to Account, then Preferences, then Currency. The browser version and the app version may show slightly different layouts, but the setting is in the same place on both.
Choosing a currency that makes sense for you
Pick a currency that matches where you live or where you travel most often. If you live in Canada but frequently book trips to Europe, you might choose Canadian dollars to see prices in your home currency, or euros to see them in the currency you will actually spend. There is no right answer — it is purely about what makes comparison shopping easier for you.
Keep in mind that seeing prices in your home currency does not save you money. It only changes the display. You will still pay the listing's original currency, and your bank will still explore its conversion rate. The currency setting is a convenience tool, not a way to reduce fees or get a better exchange rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does changing my currency setting save me money?
No. Your currency setting only changes what you see on screen. You still pay in the listing's original currency, and your bank still applies its own exchange rate. Changing the display currency does not affect the actual charge.
Will my host see the currency I chose?
No. Your currency preference is only for your own account. The host sees the listing in their own currency and sees payments in whatever currency they set up. Your display choice does not affect their view or their payment.
What if I change my currency after I book?
You can change your currency setting at any time, even after booking. It will not change what you already paid or what you owe. It only affects how future prices are displayed to you on the site.
Can I see prices in multiple currencies at once?
No. Airbnb only lets you display one currency at a time. If you want to compare prices in different currencies, you would need to change your setting, look at the price, then change it again. Some browsers let you open multiple tabs with different settings, but each tab shows only one currency.
Why does the price in my currency look different from what I calculated?
Airbnb uses its own daily exchange rate, which may differ from your bank's rate or the mid-market rate. The difference is usually small but can add up on expensive bookings. The "Price details" section on checkout shows the exact amount you will be charged in the listing's original currency.