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Current Date And Time In Yan’an, China

Sunday, 26 July 2026
00:18:42 CST
State: Shaanxi
Currency: Chinese Yuan (CNY)
Timezone: UTC +08:00 (CST)
Population: 475,234
District: Yan’an Shi

✈️ Yan’an, Shaanxi, China - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Yan’an, Shaanxi, China 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 Yan’an.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in China, which includes Yan’an, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for China before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers China's time zone +08:00, country calling code +86 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .CN. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Yan’an.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+08:00
📞 Country Calling Code+86
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.CN

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for China — police 110, ambulance 119, fire brigade 112. Store these in your phone before you reach Yan’an. 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 Yan’an.

🚔
Police
110
🚑
Ambulance
119
🚒
Fire
112

📊 China At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.768
High
👤
Life Expectancy
78.0
years
📚
Literacy Rate
96.7%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$13,303
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
4.6%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Yan’an for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Yan’an
Regional Airport • ENY
Yan'an Nanniwan Airport
Yan'an (Baota), CN
14
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Yan’an From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Yan’an 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
Tokyo (Japan)2,699 km1,677 mi~ 3h 56m
Singapore (Singapore)3,962 km2,462 mi~ 5h 25m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)5,256 km3,266 mi~ 6h 56m
London (United Kingdom)8,074 km5,017 mi~ 10h 15m
Paris (France)8,111 km5,040 mi~ 10h 18m
Sydney (Australia)8,949 km5,561 mi~ 11h 17m
Auckland (New Zealand)10,574 km6,570 mi~ 13h 11m
Los Angeles (United States)10,732 km6,669 mi~ 13h 23m
Toronto (Canada)11,047 km6,864 mi~ 13h 45m
New York (United States)11,411 km7,090 mi~ 14h 10m

✈ 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 Yan’an, China is set to China Standard Time (CST) with a current offset of UTC +08:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Yan’an requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneChina Standard Time (CST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +08:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time12:18 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Yan’an to Major World Cities

It is currently 12:18 AM on Sunday in Yan’an. 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 Yan’an 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 Yan’an
New York (United States)Sat, 12:18 PM12h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 9:18 AM15h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 12:18 PM12h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 5:18 PM7h behind
Paris (France)Sat, 6:18 PM6h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 8:18 PM4h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 12:18 AMSame time
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 1:18 AM1h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 2:18 AM2h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 4:18 AM4h 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 Yan’an — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Yan’an is the Chinese yuan (CNY), 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
¥ 6.77
CNY
€ 1 Euro
¥ 7.70
CNY
£ 1 British Pound
¥ 9.02
CNY
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
¥ 4.73
CNY
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
¥ 4.80
CNY

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Yan’an

Knowing which languages are used in Yan’an 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):
MandarinCantonese

🗣 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 Yan’an. 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
Nongchangbalian (Shaanxi, China)18 mi28 kmSSE
⬆️
Wayaobu (Shaanxi, China)38 mi62 kmNNE
⬆️
Bao’an (Shaanxi, China)44 mi70 kmWNW
⬆️
Zhihe (Shanxi, China)65 mi104 kmENE
⬆️
Xinshui (Shanxi, China)71 mi114 kmEast (E)
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Yan’an

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Yan’an is the Great Wall of China (China), about 705 km away. Straight-line distances from Yan’an 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), China705 km438 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India3,132 km1,946 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan6,734 km4,184 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,897 km4,907 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico13,369 km8,307 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil16,991 km10,558 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru17,401 km10,813 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

Yan’an shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Shaanxi and China. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Shaanxi Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Shaanxi, including major hub cities.
✈️ China Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for China.

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
GType G: Three rectangular pins
States By Alphabets

🧭 Yan’an's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Yan’an

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Yan’an

Yan’an keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of China. 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 Yan’an

The closest airport to Yan’an is Yan'an Nanniwan Airport (ENY), about 14 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 Yan’an From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Yan’an 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 Yan’an gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Yan’an

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

🔎 Explore More About Yan’an

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Yan’an

What side of the road do people drive on in Yan’an?

Yan’an, like the rest of China, 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 Yan’an use?

Yan’an runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type G 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 Yan’an?

In Yan’an, reach police on 110, ambulance on 119, fire brigade on 112. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Yan’an?

Yan'an Nanniwan Airport (ENY) is the nearest airport to Yan’an, about 14 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Yan’an in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Yan’an runs on China Standard Time (UTC +08:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Yan’an?

Yan’an shares the official and regional languages of Shaanxi and China — 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 Yan’an?

No — Yan’an uses the Chinese yuan (CNY), symbol ¥. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Yan’an currency page for live rates.