Azerbaijan flagCurrent Time in Azerbaijan

Check local time in Baku and all Azerbaijan cities. Azerbaijan uses AZT (UTC+4).

Azerbaijan Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Baku
👥 Population
10M
💰 Currency
₼ Azerbaijani Manat
📞 Phone Code
+994
🗣️ Official Languages
Azerbaijani

🕐 Time Zones in Azerbaijan

AZT (UTC+4)

Azerbaijan uses Azerbaijan Time (UTC+4). Baku is the capital on the Caspian Sea coast.

Daylight Saving Time observance in Azerbaijan varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.

🏙️ Major Cities in Azerbaijan (1 cities)

Baku
Baku

Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.

📞 Best Time to Call Azerbaijan

Calling Azerbaijan from the US requires careful planning due to the significant time difference. If you're on the East Coast (EST), try calling between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, which will be morning time in Azerbaijan. West Coast callers (PST) can call between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. For UK callers, early morning calls work best.

Standard business hours in Azerbaijan are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.

✈️ Time-Related Travel Tips for Azerbaijan

When traveling to Azerbaijan, expect significant jet lag if coming from Europe or the Americas. Allow 1-2 days to adjust to the time difference. Most Azerbaijan hotels will have alarm clocks, but setting your phone to local time immediately upon arrival helps. The primary language is Azerbaijani. Business meetings often start punctually, so account for traffic when planning.

🎯 Interesting Facts About Time in Azerbaijan

  • •Despite its size, Azerbaijan uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
  • •The capital Baku is the political center of Azerbaijan with a total national population of 10M.
  • •Many Asian countries, including Azerbaijan, historically based their time zones on Beijing or Tokyo time during different periods.
  • •Time zone boundaries don't always follow geographical lines - they're often adjusted for political, economic, or practical reasons.
  • •The concept of standardized time zones was developed in the 19th century with the expansion of railways, replacing local solar time.

About Time in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan uses a single time zone (AZT (UTC+4)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

The capital city Baku serves as the political and often economic center of Azerbaijan. Major business activities are spread across cities including Baku.

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Azerbaijan, it's important to consider the time zone difference. AZT (UTC+4) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Azerbaijan.

Azerbaijan uses the Azerbaijani Manat (₼) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +994.The official language is Azerbaijani.

🏙️ Cities in AzerbaijanAzerbaijan flag

Explore local time in 1 city across Azerbaijan

Baku
Baku

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Azerbaijan

What time zone is Azerbaijan in?

Azerbaijan uses AZT (UTC+4). The capital Baku uses AZT (UTC+4).

Does Azerbaijan observe Daylight Saving Time?

Daylight Saving Time observance in Azerbaijan varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.

What is the best time to call Azerbaijan from the US?

Calling Azerbaijan from the US requires careful planning due to the significant time difference. If you're on the East Coast (EST), try calling between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, which will be morning time in Azerbaijan. West Coast callers (PST) can call between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. For UK callers, early morning calls work best.

What are typical business hours in Azerbaijan?

Standard business hours in Azerbaijan are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.