i think you're misreading. $16,500 is what the post states are transportation costs in the US. $4000 is the stated cost for AUS, which is more reasonable cons

i think you're misreading. $16,500 is what the post states are transportation costs in the US. $4000 is the stated cost for AUS, which is more reasonable considering a flight. i think 16.5% is probably off base, but not that far off. closer to 10% when you consider payments, gas, taxes, insurance, etc..