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Current Date And Time In Aurukun, Australia

Monday, 27 July 2026
13:07:48 AEST
State: Queensland
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Timezone: UTC +10:00 (AEST)
Population: 1,282
District: Aurukun

✈️ Aurukun, Queensland, Australia - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Aurukun, Queensland, Australia using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Aurukun.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Aurukun with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Aurukun — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Australia, which includes Aurukun, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Australia before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Australia's time zone +08:00 to +10:30, country calling code +61 (exit prefix 0011) and country internet domain .AU. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Aurukun.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+08:00 to +10:30
📞 Country Calling Code+61
☎️ International Exit Prefix0011
🌐 Internet Domain.AU

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Australia — police 000, ambulance 000, fire brigade 000, general emergency 000. Store these in your phone before you reach Aurukun. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Aurukun.

🚔
Police
000
🚑
Ambulance
000
🚒
Fire
000
📞
General
000

📊 Australia At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Australia — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.951
Very high
👤
Life Expectancy
83.1
years
📚
Literacy Rate
99.0%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$64,604
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
4.1%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Australia development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Aurukun for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Aurukun
Local Airport • AUU
Aurukun Airport
Aurukun, AU
1
km away
Nearest Major Airport
Regional Airport • WEI
Weipa Airport
Weipa, AU
78
km away
Nearest to Brisbane (Capital)
International Airport • BNE
Brisbane International Airport
Brisbane, AU
13
km from Brisbane

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Aurukun's exact coordinates, or Brisbane's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Aurukun From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Aurukun to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Sydney (Australia)2,474 km1,537 mi~ 3h 40m
Auckland (New Zealand)4,192 km2,605 mi~ 5h 41m
Singapore (Singapore)4,488 km2,789 mi~ 6h 02m
Tokyo (Japan)5,456 km3,391 mi~ 7h 10m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)10,288 km6,392 mi~ 12h 51m
Los Angeles (United States)11,748 km7,300 mi~ 14h 34m
London (United Kingdom)14,575 km9,056 mi~ 17h 54m
Paris (France)14,598 km9,071 mi~ 17h 55m
Toronto (Canada)14,858 km9,232 mi~ 18h 14m
New York (United States)15,404 km9,572 mi~ 18h 52m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Aurukun, Australia is set to Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) with a current offset of UTC +10:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Aurukun requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneAustralian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +10:00
📅 DST Observing StatusInactive (Standard Time In Effect)
📅 DST Transition DatesObserved from October 04 (02:00) to April 04 (03:00).
🕒 Current Local Time1:07 PM on Monday, July 27, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Aurukun to Major World Cities

It is currently 1:07 PM on Monday in Aurukun. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Aurukun right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Aurukun
New York (United States)Sun, 11:07 PM14h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sun, 8:07 PM17h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 11:07 PM14h behind
London (United Kingdom)Mon, 4:07 AM9h behind
Paris (France)Mon, 5:07 AM8h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Mon, 7:07 AM6h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Mon, 11:07 AM2h behind
Tokyo (Japan)Mon, 12:07 PM1h behind
Sydney (Australia)Mon, 1:07 PMSame time
Auckland (New Zealand)Mon, 3:07 PM2h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Aurukun — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Aurukun is the Australian dollar (AUD), written as $. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
$ 1.43
AUD
€ 1 Euro
$ 1.63
AUD
£ 1 British Pound
$ 1.91
AUD
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 1.01
AUD

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 27, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Aurukun

Knowing which languages are used in Aurukun helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
English

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Aurukun. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Nanum (Queensland, Australia)50 mi80 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Trunding (Queensland, Australia)51 mi82 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Weipa (Queensland, Australia)52 mi83 kmNNE
⬆️
Mission River (Queensland, Australia)55 mi88 kmNNE
⬆️
Pormpuraaw (Queensland, Australia)107 mi172 kmSouth (S)
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Aurukun

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Aurukun is the Great Wall of China (China), about 6,535 km away. Straight-line distances from Aurukun to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China6,535 km4,061 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India8,211 km5,102 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan12,300 km7,643 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy14,206 km8,827 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico14,626 km9,088 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru15,224 km9,460 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil15,942 km9,906 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Aurukun shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Queensland and Australia. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Queensland Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Queensland, including major hub cities.
✈️ Australia Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Australia.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Aurukun, Australia runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type I socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Aurukun and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Aurukun.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
IType I: Two or three flat angled pins
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🧭 Aurukun's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Aurukun

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Aurukun. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Aurukun — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Aurukun

Aurukun keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Australia. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Aurukun

The closest airport to Aurukun is Aurukun Airport (AUU), about 1 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Aurukun From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Aurukun needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Aurukun gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Aurukun

Aurukun rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Aurukun — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Aurukun

ℹ️ Aurukun OverviewSee the full profile of Aurukun — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Aurukun MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Aurukun for distance and direction.
💰 Aurukun CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Aurukun

What side of the road do people drive on in Aurukun?

Aurukun, like the rest of Australia, drives on the Left. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Aurukun use?

Aurukun runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type I sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Aurukun?

In Aurukun, reach police on 000, ambulance on 000, fire brigade on 000, a general emergency line on 000. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Aurukun?

Aurukun Airport (AUU) is the nearest airport to Aurukun, about 1 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Aurukun in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Aurukun runs on Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC +08:00 to +10:30). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Aurukun?

Aurukun shares the official and regional languages of Queensland and Australia — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Aurukun?

No — Aurukun uses the Australian dollar (AUD), symbol $. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Aurukun currency page for live rates.