Geo Countries
Buenos Aires, Cauca Department, Colombia – Colombia Flag

Current Date And Time In Buenos Aires, Colombia

Sunday, 26 July 2026
22:22:50 COT
Currency: Colombian Peso (COP)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (COT)
Population: 2,144
District: Buenos Aires

✈️ Buenos Aires, Cauca Department, Colombia - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Buenos Aires, Cauca Department, Colombia 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 Buenos Aires.

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

Quick Links: Overview | Map | Currency | Nearby Cities | Cauca Department Travel | Colombia Travel

🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Colombia, which includes Buenos Aires, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Colombia before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Colombia's time zone -05:00, country calling code +57 (exit prefix 005, 007, 009) and country internet domain .CO. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Buenos Aires.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-05:00
📞 Country Calling Code+57
☎️ International Exit Prefix005, 007, 009
🌐 Internet Domain.CO

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Colombia — police 112, ambulance 125, fire brigade 119. Store these in your phone before you reach Buenos Aires. 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 Buenos Aires.

🚔
Police
112
🚑
Ambulance
125
🚒
Fire
119

📊 Colombia At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.752
High
👤
Life Expectancy
77.9
years
📚
Literacy Rate
95.3%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$7,919
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
8.3%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Buenos Aires for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Buenos Aires
Regional Airport • PPN
Guillermo León Valencia Airport
Popayán, CO
62
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Buenos Aires From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Buenos Aires 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)4,200 km2,610 mi~ 5h 41m
Toronto (Canada)4,527 km2,813 mi~ 6h 05m
Los Angeles (United States)5,515 km3,427 mi~ 7h 14m
London (United Kingdom)8,815 km5,478 mi~ 11h 07m
Paris (France)8,952 km5,562 mi~ 11h 17m
Auckland (New Zealand)11,857 km7,368 mi~ 14h 42m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)13,959 km8,674 mi~ 17h 10m
Sydney (Australia)13,994 km8,695 mi~ 17h 13m
Tokyo (Japan)14,294 km8,882 mi~ 17h 34m
Singapore (Singapore)19,527 km12,133 mi~ 23h 43m

✈ 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 Buenos Aires, Colombia is set to Colombia Time (COT) with a current offset of UTC -05:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Buenos Aires requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneColombia Time (COT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -05:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time10:22 PM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Buenos Aires to Major World Cities

It is currently 10:22 PM on Sunday in Buenos Aires. 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 Buenos Aires 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 Buenos Aires
New York (United States)Sun, 11:22 PM1h ahead
Los Angeles (United States)Sun, 8:22 PM2h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 11:22 PM1h ahead
London (United Kingdom)Mon, 4:22 AM6h ahead
Paris (France)Mon, 5:22 AM7h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Mon, 7:22 AM9h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Mon, 11:22 AM13h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Mon, 12:22 PM14h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Mon, 1:22 PM15h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Mon, 3:22 PM17h 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 Buenos Aires — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Buenos Aires is the Colombian peso (COP), 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
$ 3,191.35
COP
€ 1 Euro
$ 3,642.68
COP
£ 1 British Pound
$ 4,264.82
COP
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
$ 2,235.62
COP
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 2,267.98
COP

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Buenos Aires

Knowing which languages are used in Buenos Aires 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):
Spanish

🗣 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 Buenos Aires. 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
Suárez (Cauca Department, Colombia)5 mi9 kmSW
⬆️
Santander de Quilichao (Cauca Department, Colombia)11 mi18 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Caloto (Cauca Department, Colombia)17 mi27 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Villa Rica (Cauca Department, Colombia)17 mi27 kmNE
⬆️
Morales (Cauca Department, Colombia)18 mi29 kmSouth (S)
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Buenos Aires

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Buenos Aires is the Machu Picchu (Peru), about 1,855 km away. Straight-line distances from Buenos Aires to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru1,855 km1,153 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico2,351 km1,461 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil4,635 km2,880 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy9,713 km6,035 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan11,933 km7,415 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China15,023 km9,335 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India15,698 km9,754 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

Buenos Aires shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Cauca Department and Colombia. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Cauca Department Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Cauca Department, including major hub cities.
✈️ Colombia Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Colombia.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Buenos Aires, Colombia runs at 110V / 60Hz using Type A/B 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 Buenos Aires and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Buenos Aires.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage110 V
🔄 Frequency60 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
AType A: Two flat parallel pins
BType B: Two flat parallel pins + round grounding pin
States By Alphabets

🧭 Buenos Aires's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Buenos Aires

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Colombia. 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 Buenos Aires

The closest airport to Buenos Aires is Guillermo León Valencia Airport (PPN), about 62 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 Buenos Aires From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Buenos Aires

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

🔎 Explore More About Buenos Aires

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Buenos Aires

What side of the road do people drive on in Buenos Aires?

Buenos Aires, like the rest of Colombia, 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 Buenos Aires use?

Buenos Aires runs on 110V / 60Hz power through Type A/B 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 Buenos Aires?

In Buenos Aires, reach police on 112, ambulance on 125, fire brigade on 119. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Buenos Aires?

Guillermo León Valencia Airport (PPN) is the nearest airport to Buenos Aires, about 62 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

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

What languages are spoken in Buenos Aires?

Buenos Aires shares the official and regional languages of Cauca Department and Colombia — 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 Buenos Aires?

No — Buenos Aires uses the Colombian peso (COP), symbol $. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Buenos Aires currency page for live rates.