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Baracoa, Guantánamo Province, Cuba – Cuba Flag

Current Date And Time In Baracoa, Cuba

Sunday, 26 July 2026
19:33:09 CDT
Currency: Cuban Peso (CUP)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (CDT)
Population: 48,362
District: Municipio de Baracoa

✈️ Baracoa, Guantánamo Province, Cuba - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Baracoa, Guantánamo Province, Cuba 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 Baracoa.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Cuba, which includes Baracoa, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Cuba before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Cuba's time zone -05:00, country calling code +53 (exit prefix 119) and country internet domain .CU. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Baracoa.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-05:00
📞 Country Calling Code+53
☎️ International Exit Prefix119
🌐 Internet Domain.CU

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Cuba — police 106, ambulance 104, fire brigade 105. Store these in your phone before you reach Baracoa. 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 Baracoa.

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Police
106
🚑
Ambulance
104
🚒
Fire
105

📊 Cuba At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.764
High
👤
Life Expectancy
78.3
years
📚
Literacy Rate
97.7%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$9,605
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
1.8%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

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

Nearest to Baracoa
Regional Airport • BCA
Gustavo Rizo Airport
Baracoa, CU
2
km away
Nearest to Guantánamo (Capital)
Regional Airport • GAO
Mariana Grajales Airport
Guantánamo, CU
8
km from Guantánamo

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

✈️ How Far Is Baracoa From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Baracoa 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)2,265 km1,407 mi~ 3h 25m
Toronto (Canada)2,631 km1,635 mi~ 3h 51m
Los Angeles (United States)4,548 km2,826 mi~ 6h 06m
London (United Kingdom)7,180 km4,461 mi~ 9h 12m
Paris (France)7,370 km4,580 mi~ 9h 25m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)12,592 km7,824 mi~ 15h 34m
Tokyo (Japan)12,822 km7,967 mi~ 15h 50m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,155 km8,174 mi~ 16h 14m
Sydney (Australia)15,291 km9,501 mi~ 18h 44m
Singapore (Singapore)17,595 km10,933 mi~ 21h 27m

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

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneCuba Daylight Time (CDT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -04:00
📅 DST Observing StatusActive (Daylight Saving Time In Effect)
📅 DST Transition DatesObserved from March 08 (00:00) to November 01 (01:00).
🕒 Current Local Time7:33 PM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Baracoa to Major World Cities

It is currently 7:33 PM on Sunday in Baracoa. 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 Baracoa 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 Baracoa
New York (United States)Sun, 7:33 PMSame time
Los Angeles (United States)Sun, 4:33 PM3h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 7:33 PMSame time
London (United Kingdom)Mon, 12:33 AM5h ahead
Paris (France)Mon, 1:33 AM6h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Mon, 3:33 AM8h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Mon, 7:33 AM12h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Mon, 8:33 AM13h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Mon, 9:33 AM14h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Mon, 11:33 AM16h 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 Baracoa — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Baracoa is the Cuban peso (CUP), 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
$ 25.75
CUP
€ 1 Euro
$ 29.33
CUP
£ 1 British Pound
$ 34.36
CUP
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
$ 18.00
CUP
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 18.27
CUP

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Baracoa

Knowing which languages are used in Baracoa 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 Baracoa. 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
La Máquina (Guantánamo Province, Cuba)20 mi33 kmESE
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Maisí (Guantánamo Province, Cuba)23 mi38 kmESE
⬆️
San Antonio del Sur (Guantánamo Province, Cuba)29 mi46 kmSW
⬆️
Palenque (Guantánamo Province, Cuba)31 mi49 kmWest (W)
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Río Guayabal de Yateras (Guantánamo Province, Cuba)34 mi54 kmWest (W)
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Baracoa

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Baracoa is the Chichén Itzá (Mexico), about 1,465 km away. Straight-line distances from Baracoa to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico1,465 km911 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru3,732 km2,319 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil5,890 km3,660 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy8,273 km5,141 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan10,648 km6,617 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China13,178 km8,188 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India13,960 km8,674 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

Baracoa shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Guantánamo Province and Cuba. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Guantánamo Province Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Guantánamo Province, including major hub cities.
✈️ Cuba Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Cuba.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Baracoa, Cuba runs at 120V / 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 Baracoa and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Baracoa.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage120 V
🔄 Frequency60 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
AType A: Two flat parallel pins
BType B: Two flat parallel pins + round grounding pin
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🧭 Baracoa's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Baracoa

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Baracoa

Baracoa keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Cuba. 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 Baracoa

The closest airport to Baracoa is Gustavo Rizo Airport (BCA), about 2 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 Baracoa From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Baracoa

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

🔎 Explore More About Baracoa

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Baracoa

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

Baracoa, like the rest of Cuba, 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 Baracoa use?

Baracoa runs on 120V / 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 Baracoa?

In Baracoa, reach police on 106, ambulance on 104, fire brigade on 105. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Baracoa?

Gustavo Rizo Airport (BCA) is the nearest airport to Baracoa, about 2 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Baracoa runs on Cuba Daylight 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 Baracoa?

Baracoa shares the official and regional languages of Guantánamo Province and Cuba — 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 Baracoa?

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