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Current Date And Time In Astara, Azerbaijan

Sunday, 26 July 2026
18:16:26 AZT
State: Lənkəran
Currency: Azerbaijani Manat (AZN)
Timezone: UTC +04:00 (AZT)

✈️ Astara, Lənkəran, Azerbaijan - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Astara, Lənkəran, Azerbaijan 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 Astara.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Astara 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 Astara — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

Quick Links: Overview | Map | Currency | Nearby Cities | Lənkəran Travel | Azerbaijan Travel

🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Azerbaijan, which includes Astara, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Azerbaijan before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Azerbaijan's time zone +04:00, country calling code +994 (exit prefix 810) and country internet domain .AZ. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Astara.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+04:00
📞 Country Calling Code+994
☎️ International Exit Prefix810
🌐 Internet Domain.AZ

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Azerbaijan — police 112, ambulance 112, fire brigade 112. Store these in your phone before you reach Astara. 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 Astara.

🚔
Police
112
🚑
Ambulance
112
🚒
Fire
112

📊 Azerbaijan At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.745
High
👤
Life Expectancy
74.6
years
📚
Literacy Rate
99.8%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$7,284
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
5.5%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

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

Nearest to Astara
Local Airport • LLK
Lankaran International Airport
Lankaran, AZ
33
km away
Nearest Major Airport
Regional Airport • ADU
Ardabil Airport
Ardabil, IR
42
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Astara From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Astara 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
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)1,593 km990 mi~ 2h 37m
Paris (France)3,850 km2,392 mi~ 5h 17m
London (United Kingdom)4,029 km2,504 mi~ 5h 29m
Singapore (Singapore)6,932 km4,307 mi~ 8h 54m
Tokyo (Japan)7,701 km4,785 mi~ 9h 49m
New York (United States)9,474 km5,887 mi~ 11h 54m
Toronto (Canada)9,506 km5,907 mi~ 11h 56m
Los Angeles (United States)11,842 km7,358 mi~ 14h 41m
Sydney (Australia)13,238 km8,226 mi~ 16h 19m
Auckland (New Zealand)15,318 km9,518 mi~ 18h 46m

✈ 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 Astara, Azerbaijan is set to Azerbaijan Time (AZT) with a current offset of UTC +04:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Astara requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneAzerbaijan Time (AZT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +04:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time6:16 PM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

💱 Money In Astara — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Astara is the Azerbaijani manat (AZN), 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
₼ 1.70
AZN
€ 1 Euro
₼ 1.93
AZN
£ 1 British Pound
₼ 2.26
AZN
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
₼ 1.19
AZN
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
₼ 1.21
AZN

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 26, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Astara

Knowing which languages are used in Astara 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):
Azerbaijani

🗣 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 Astara. 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
Astara (Astara, Azerbaijan)1 mi1 kmSouth (S)
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Astara (Gilan Province, Iran)3 mi4 kmSouth (S)
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Astara (Golestan, Iran)3 mi5 kmSouth (S)
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Bijarehbin (Gilan Province, Iran)4 mi6 kmSW
⬆️
Kizhaba (Astara, Azerbaijan)6 mi9 kmNW
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Astara

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Astara is the Petra (Jordan), about 1,526 km away. Straight-line distances from Astara to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan1,526 km948 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India2,984 km1,854 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy3,091 km1,920 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China5,628 km3,497 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil11,741 km7,296 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico12,081 km7,507 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru13,635 km8,472 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

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

✈️ Lənkəran Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Lənkəran, including major hub cities.
✈️ Azerbaijan Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Azerbaijan.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Astara, Azerbaijan runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/F 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 Astara and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Astara.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
FType F: Two round pins + grounding clips (Schuko)
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🧭 Astara's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Astara

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Astara. 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 Astara — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Astara

Astara keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Azerbaijan. 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 Astara

The closest airport to Astara is Lankaran International Airport (LLK), about 33 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 Astara From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Astara 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 Astara gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Astara

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

🔎 Explore More About Astara

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Astara

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

Astara, like the rest of Azerbaijan, drives on the Right. 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 Astara use?

Astara runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/F 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 Astara?

In Astara, reach police on 112, ambulance on 112, fire brigade on 112. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Astara?

Lankaran International Airport (LLK) is the nearest airport to Astara, about 33 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Astara runs on Azerbaijan Time (UTC +04:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Astara?

Astara shares the official and regional languages of Lənkəran and Azerbaijan — 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 Astara?

No — Astara uses the Azerbaijani manat (AZN), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Astara currency page for live rates.