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Matinha, Maranhão, Brazil – Brazil Flag

Current Date And Time In Matinha, Brazil

Saturday, 25 July 2026
17:06:34 BRT
State: Maranhão
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 22,034
District: Matinha

✈️ Matinha, Maranhão, Brazil - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Matinha, Maranhão, Brazil 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 Matinha.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Brazil, which includes Matinha, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Brazil before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Brazil's time zone -05:00 to -02:00, country calling code +55 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .BR. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Matinha.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-05:00 to -02:00
📞 Country Calling Code+55
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.BR

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Brazil — police 190, ambulance 192, fire brigade 193. Store these in your phone before you reach Matinha. 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 Matinha.

🚔
Police
190
🚑
Ambulance
192
🚒
Fire
193

📊 Brazil At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.754
High
👤
Life Expectancy
76.0
years
📚
Literacy Rate
94.7%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$10,311
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
6.0%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

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

Nearest to Matinha
International Airport • SLZ
Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport
São Luís, BR
106
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Matinha From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Matinha 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
New York (United States)5,691 km3,536 mi~ 7h 27m
Toronto (Canada)6,227 km3,869 mi~ 8h 05m
Paris (France)7,357 km4,572 mi~ 9h 24m
London (United Kingdom)7,401 km4,599 mi~ 9h 27m
Los Angeles (United States)8,668 km5,386 mi~ 10h 57m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)11,191 km6,954 mi~ 13h 55m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,961 km8,675 mi~ 17h 10m
Sydney (Australia)15,565 km9,672 mi~ 19h 04m
Tokyo (Japan)16,361 km10,166 mi~ 20h
Singapore (Singapore)16,549 km10,283 mi~ 20h 13m

✈ 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 Matinha, Brazil is set to Brasilia Time (BRT) with a current offset of UTC -03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Matinha requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneBrasilia Time (BRT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time5:06 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Matinha to Major World Cities

It is currently 5:06 PM on Saturday in Matinha. 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 Matinha 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 Matinha
New York (United States)Sat, 4:06 PM1h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 1:06 PM4h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 4:06 PM1h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 9:06 PM4h ahead
Paris (France)Sat, 10:06 PM5h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 12:06 AM7h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 4:06 AM11h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 5:06 AM12h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 6:06 AM13h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 8:06 AM15h 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 Matinha — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Matinha is the Brazilian real (BRL), written as R$. 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
R$ 5.09
BRL
€ 1 Euro
R$ 5.79
BRL
£ 1 British Pound
R$ 6.78
BRL
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
R$ 3.55
BRL
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
R$ 3.61
BRL

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Matinha

Knowing which languages are used in Matinha 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):
GermanEast PomeranianHunsrückischTalianNheengatuBaniwaTucanoGuaraní
National language(s):
Portuguese

🗣 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 Matinha. 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
Olinda Nova do Maranhão (Maranhão, Brazil)8 mi12 kmNNE
⬆️
Viana (Maranhão, Brazil)9 mi14 kmSSE
⬆️
Cajari (Maranhão, Brazil)15 mi25 kmSouth (S)
⬆️
Penalva (Maranhão, Brazil)16 mi27 kmSW
⬆️
São Vicente Ferrer (Maranhão, Brazil)18 mi29 kmNE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Matinha

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Matinha is the Christ the Redeemer (Brazil), about 2,216 km away. Straight-line distances from Matinha to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil2,216 km1,377 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru3,224 km2,003 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico5,431 km3,375 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,641 km4,748 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan9,272 km5,761 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India13,413 km8,335 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China15,456 km9,604 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

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

✈️ Maranhão Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Maranhão, including major hub cities.
✈️ Brazil Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Brazil.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Matinha, Brazil runs at 127 V / 220V / 60Hz using Type C/N 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 Matinha and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Matinha.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage127 V / 220 V
🔄 Frequency60 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
NType N: Two round pins (IEC standard)
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🧭 Matinha's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Matinha

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Matinha

Matinha keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Brazil. 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 Matinha

The closest airport to Matinha is Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ), about 106 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 Matinha From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Matinha

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

🔎 Explore More About Matinha

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Matinha

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

Matinha, like the rest of Brazil, 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 Matinha use?

Matinha runs on 127 V / 220V / 60Hz power through Type C/N 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 Matinha?

In Matinha, reach police on 190, ambulance on 192, fire brigade on 193. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Matinha?

Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) is the nearest airport to Matinha, about 106 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Matinha runs on Brasilia Time (UTC -05:00 to -02:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Matinha?

Matinha shares the official and regional languages of Maranhão and Brazil — 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 Matinha?

No — Matinha uses the Brazilian real (BRL), symbol R$. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Matinha currency page for live rates.