Aluminium price today
The live aluminium price per metric tonne, converted to major currencies, with price history and a calculator.
Aluminium price per unit
| Unit | USD | EUR | GBP | CHF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kilogram | 3.16 | 2.83 | 2.36 | 2.60 |
| 1 pound | 1.43 | 1.28 | 1.07 | 1.18 |
| 1 metric tonne | 3,160.00 | 2,828.32 | 2,358.59 | 2,601.11 |
Aluminium price in USD per t
History available since October 28, 2016.
Aluminium value calculator
Aluminium price over the last 10 days
| Date | Price (USD/t) | 24h |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2026 | 3,160.00 | -0.28% |
| Oct 29, 2026 | 3,168.75 | -3.33% |
| Oct 28, 2026 | 3,278.00 | -0.22% |
| Oct 27, 2026 | 3,285.25 | +1.96% |
| Oct 26, 2026 | 3,222.00 | +2.66% |
| Oct 25, 2026 | 3,138.50 | -3.98% |
| Oct 24, 2026 | 3,268.50 | 0.00% |
| Oct 23, 2026 | 3,268.50 | +2.36% |
| Oct 22, 2026 | 3,193.00 | +0.48% |
| Oct 21, 2026 | 3,177.75 | +2.21% |
Frequently asked questions
How high is the aluminium price today?
Currently one metric tonne of aluminium costs 3,160.00 USD. That equals 3.16 USD per kilogram. We last updated this price on October 30, 2026 7:00 PM and it refreshes several times an hour.
Can I invest in aluminium?
Private investors rarely buy physical aluminium. More common are exchange-traded commodities (ETCs), futures and shares of mining companies. These products carry risks and costs, such as tracking differences and currency risk. This is general information, not investment advice.
In which unit is aluminium quoted?
Aluminium is quoted per metric tonne (1,000 kg). Right now that is 3,160.00 USD per tonne, or 3.16 USD per kilogram.
Where does this aluminium price come from?
The price is based on the nearest futures contract (ALI=F) as reported by Yahoo Finance and may be delayed. Futures prices are not exactly the same as the physical spot price, and the contract rolls over at expiry.
How much has the aluminium price moved over the past year?
Measured in USD, the aluminium price moved +12.25% over the past year. Note that aluminium is traded in US dollars, so changes in the dollar rate also affect the price in other currencies.
How high was the aluminium price in the past five years?
Over the past five years the aluminium price reached a high of 4,195.00 USD on May 27, 2026. The lowest point was 2,073.25 USD on August 16, 2023.
Precious metals: spot prices from currency-rates.github.io. Other commodities: price of the nearest futures contract via Yahoo Finance, which can be delayed. For information only, not investment advice.