Current Time in Turkey
Check local time in Ankara and all Turkey cities. Turkey uses TRT (UTC+3).
Turkey Quick Facts
🕐 Time Zones in Turkey
Turkey uses a single time zone (TRT/UTC+3) year-round and no longer observes Daylight Saving Time since 2016. Istanbul is the largest city and main business hub, while Ankara is the capital.
Turkey 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, Turkey uses summer time.
🏙️ Major Cities in Turkey (10 cities)
Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.
📞 Best Time to Call Turkey
To call Turkey 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 Turkey. For UK callers, Turkey 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 Turkey 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 Turkey
Traveling to Turkey 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. Turkey follows the 24-hour clock format in official contexts, though 12-hour format is also common in casual settings.
🎯 Interesting Facts About Time in Turkey
- •Despite its size, Turkey uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
- •The capital Ankara is the political center of Turkey with a total national population of 85M.
- •Turkey 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 Turkey
Turkey uses a single time zone (TRT (UTC+3)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.
The capital city Ankara serves as the political and often economic center of Turkey. Major business activities are spread across cities including Istanbul, Ankara, İzmir, Antalya and 6 more.
When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Turkey, it's important to consider the time zone difference. TRT (UTC+3) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Turkey.
Turkey uses the Turkish Lira (₺) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +90.The official language is Turkish.
🏙️ Cities in Turkey
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Vatican CityFrequently Asked Questions About Time in Turkey
What time zone is Turkey in?
Turkey uses TRT (UTC+3). The capital Ankara uses TRT (UTC+3).
Does Turkey observe Daylight Saving Time?
Turkey 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, Turkey uses summer time.
What is the best time to call Turkey from the US?
To call Turkey 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 Turkey. For UK callers, Turkey 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 Turkey?
Standard business hours in Turkey 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.