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Santana do Maranhão, Maranhão, Brazil – Brazil Flag

Current Date And Time In Santana do Maranhão, Brazil

Saturday, 25 July 2026
14:15:49 BRT
State: Maranhão
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 10,567
District: Santana do Maranhão

✈️ Santana do Maranhão, Maranhão, Brazil - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Santana do Maranhão, 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 Santana do Maranhão.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Brazil, which includes Santana do Maranhão, 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 Santana do Maranhão.

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 Santana do Maranhão. 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 Santana do Maranhão.

🚔
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 Santana do Maranhão for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Santana do Maranhão
Regional Airport • PHB
Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport
Parnaíba, BR
79
km away
Nearest to São Luís (Capital)
International Airport • SLZ
Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport
São Luís, BR
10
km from São Luís

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

✈️ How Far Is Santana do Maranhão From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Santana do Maranhão 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)5,834 km3,625 mi~ 7h 37m
Toronto (Canada)6,376 km3,962 mi~ 8h 15m
Paris (France)7,207 km4,478 mi~ 9h 14m
London (United Kingdom)7,265 km4,514 mi~ 9h 18m
Los Angeles (United States)8,906 km5,534 mi~ 11h 14m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)10,928 km6,790 mi~ 13h 36m
Auckland (New Zealand)14,140 km8,786 mi~ 17h 23m
Sydney (Australia)15,662 km9,732 mi~ 19h 11m
Singapore (Singapore)16,258 km10,102 mi~ 19h 53m
Tokyo (Japan)16,388 km10,183 mi~ 20h 02m

✈ 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 Santana do Maranhão, 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 Santana do Maranhão 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 Time2:15 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Santana do Maranhão to Major World Cities

It is currently 2:15 PM on Saturday in Santana do Maranhão. 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 Santana do Maranhão 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 Santana do Maranhão
New York (United States)Sat, 1:15 PM1h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 10:15 AM4h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 1:15 PM1h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 6:15 PM4h ahead
Paris (France)Sat, 7:15 PM5h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 9:15 PM7h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 1:15 AM11h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 2:15 AM12h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 3:15 AM13h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 5:15 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 Santana do Maranhão — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Santana do Maranhão 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 Santana do Maranhão

Knowing which languages are used in Santana do Maranhão 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 Santana do Maranhão. 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
São Bernardo (Maranhão, Brazil)17 mi27 kmSouth (S)
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Luzilândia (Piauí, Brazil)24 mi38 kmSouth (S)
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Magalhães de Almeida (Maranhão, Brazil)24 mi39 kmSE
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Madeiro (Piauí, Brazil)26 mi42 kmSSW
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Tutóia (Maranhão, Brazil)26 mi42 kmNNE
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Santana do Maranhão

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Santana do Maranhão is the Christ the Redeemer (Brazil), about 2,207 km away. Straight-line distances from Santana do Maranhão 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, Brazil2,207 km1,372 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru3,495 km2,172 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico5,683 km3,531 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,448 km4,628 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan9,023 km5,607 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India13,161 km8,178 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China15,341 km9,533 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

Santana do Maranhão 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 Santana do Maranhão, 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 Santana do Maranhão and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Santana do Maranhão.

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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🧭 Santana do Maranhão's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Santana do Maranhão

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Santana do Maranhão

Santana do Maranhão 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 Santana do Maranhão

The closest airport to Santana do Maranhão is Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport (PHB), about 79 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 Santana do Maranhão From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Santana do Maranhão 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 Santana do Maranhão gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Santana do Maranhão

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

🔎 Explore More About Santana do Maranhão

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Santana do Maranhão

What side of the road do people drive on in Santana do Maranhão?

Santana do Maranhão, 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 Santana do Maranhão use?

Santana do Maranhão 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 Santana do Maranhão?

In Santana do Maranhão, 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 Santana do Maranhão?

Parnaíba - Prefeito Doutor João Silva Filho International Airport (PHB) is the nearest airport to Santana do Maranhão, about 79 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Santana do Maranhão in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Santana do Maranhão 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 Santana do Maranhão?

Santana do Maranhão 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 Santana do Maranhão?

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