Finland flagCurrent Time in Finland

Check local time in Helsinki and all Finland cities. Finland spans 2 time zones.

Finland Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Helsinki
👥 Population
5.5M
💰 Currency
€ Euro
📞 Phone Code
+358
🗣️ Official Languages
FinnishSwedish

🕐 Time Zones in Finland

EET (UTC+2)EEST (UTC+3)

Finland uses Eastern European Time (UTC+2), one hour ahead of Central Europe. Helsinki is the capital. Finland experiences extreme daylight variation throughout the year.

Finland observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), known as Summer Time in Europe. Clocks spring forward one hour on the last Sunday of March and fall back on the last Sunday of October. During summer months, Finland uses EEST (UTC+3).

🏙️ Major Cities in Finland (4 cities)

Helsinki
Helsinki
Tampere
Helsinki
Turku
Helsinki
Oulu
Helsinki

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

📞 Best Time to Call Finland

To call Finland from the United States, the best time is between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM EST, which corresponds to 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM in Finland. For UK callers, Finland is typically 1 hour ahead (or the same time during summer months). Early morning or late afternoon calls work best for most European schedules.

Standard business hours in Finland 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 Finland

Traveling to Finland from North America typically involves a 5-9 hour time difference. The jet lag is usually manageable within 1-2 days. European business culture values punctuality, so arrive on time for meetings. Finland follows the 24-hour clock format in official contexts, though 12-hour format is also common in casual settings.

🎯 Interesting Facts About Time in Finland

  • •The capital Helsinki is the political center of Finland with a total national population of 5.5M.
  • •Finland follows Central European Time conventions, making business coordination with other EU countries straightforward.
  • •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 Finland

Finland spans 2 time zones, from EET (UTC+2) to EEST (UTC+3). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

The capital city Helsinki serves as the political and often economic center of Finland. Major business activities are spread across cities including Helsinki, Tampere, Turku, Oulu.

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Finland, it's important to consider the time zone difference. EET (UTC+2) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Finland. However, depending on the specific location, you may need to account for EEST (UTC+3).

Finland uses the Euro (€) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +358.Multiple languages are spoken, including Finnish, Swedish.

🏙️ Cities in FinlandFinland flag

Explore local time in 4 cities across Finland

Helsinki
Helsinki
Tampere
Helsinki
Turku
Helsinki
Oulu
Helsinki

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Finland

What time zone is Finland in?

Finland spans 2 time zones: EET (UTC+2), EEST (UTC+3). The capital Helsinki uses EET (UTC+2).

Does Finland observe Daylight Saving Time?

Finland observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), known as Summer Time in Europe. Clocks spring forward one hour on the last Sunday of March and fall back on the last Sunday of October. During summer months, Finland uses EEST (UTC+3).

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

To call Finland from the United States, the best time is between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM EST, which corresponds to 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM in Finland. For UK callers, Finland is typically 1 hour ahead (or the same time during summer months). Early morning or late afternoon calls work best for most European schedules.

What are typical business hours in Finland?

Standard business hours in Finland 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.