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Current Date And Time In Al Ḩammam, Egypt

Saturday, 25 July 2026
19:37:31 EET
State: Matruh
Currency: Egyptian Pound (EGP)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EET)
Population: 18,407

✈️ Al Ḩammam, Matruh, Egypt - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Al Ḩammam, Matruh, Egypt 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 Al Ḩammam.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Egypt, which includes Al Ḩammam, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Egypt before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Egypt's time zone +02:00, country calling code +20 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .EG. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Al Ḩammam.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+02:00
📞 Country Calling Code+20
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.EG

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Egypt — police 112, ambulance 123, fire brigade 180. Store these in your phone before you reach Al Ḩammam. 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 Al Ḩammam.

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Police
112
🚑
Ambulance
123
🚒
Fire
180

📊 Egypt At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.731
High
👤
Life Expectancy
71.8
years
📚
Literacy Rate
79.5%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$3,338
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
6.8%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Al Ḩammam for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Al Ḩammam
International Airport • HBE
Alexandria International Airport
Alexandria, EG
31
km away
Nearest to Marsa Matruh (Capital)
International Airport • MUH
Mersa Matruh International Airport
Marsa Matruh, EG
3
km from Marsa Matruh

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

✈️ How Far Is Al Ḩammam From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Al Ḩammam 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
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)2,610 km1,622 mi~ 3h 49m
Paris (France)3,027 km1,881 mi~ 4h 19m
London (United Kingdom)3,332 km2,070 mi~ 4h 40m
Singapore (Singapore)8,447 km5,249 mi~ 10h 41m
New York (United States)8,831 km5,487 mi~ 11h 08m
Toronto (Canada)9,022 km5,606 mi~ 11h 22m
Tokyo (Japan)9,641 km5,991 mi~ 12h 06m
Los Angeles (United States)12,041 km7,482 mi~ 14h 55m
Sydney (Australia)14,614 km9,080 mi~ 17h 57m
Auckland (New Zealand)16,767 km10,419 mi~ 20h 29m

✈ 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 Al Ḩammam, Egypt is set to Eastern European Time (EET) with a current offset of UTC +02:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Al Ḩammam requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneEastern European Time (EET)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +02:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time7:37 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Al Ḩammam to Major World Cities

It is currently 8:37 PM on Saturday in Al Ḩammam. 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 Al Ḩammam 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 Al Ḩammam
New York (United States)Sat, 1:37 PM7h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 10:37 AM10h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 1:37 PM7h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 6:37 PM2h behind
Paris (France)Sat, 7:37 PM1h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 9:37 PM1h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 1:37 AM5h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 2:37 AM6h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 3:37 AM7h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 5:37 AM9h 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 Al Ḩammam — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Al Ḩammam is the Egyptian pound (EGP), 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
E£ 51.37
EGP
€ 1 Euro
E£ 58.44
EGP
£ 1 British Pound
E£ 68.43
EGP
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
E£ 35.86
EGP
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
E£ 36.43
EGP

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Al Ḩammam

Knowing which languages are used in Al Ḩammam 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):
Arabic

🗣 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 Al Ḩammam. 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
Burj al ‘Arab (Alexandria, Egypt)11 mi17 kmENE
⬆️
Burj al ‘Arab al Jadidah (Alexandria, Egypt)12 mi19 kmENE
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Al ‘Alamayn (Matruh, Egypt)26 mi41 kmWest (W)
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Al Maks (Alexandria, Egypt)34 mi55 kmNE
⬆️
Alexandria (Alexandria, Egypt)40 mi64 kmNE
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Al Ḩammam

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Al Ḩammam is the Petra (Jordan), about 582 km away. Straight-line distances from Al Ḩammam to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan582 km362 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy1,942 km1,207 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India4,712 km2,928 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China7,589 km4,716 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil9,775 km6,074 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico11,261 km6,997 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru11,880 km7,382 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

Al Ḩammam shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Matruh and Egypt. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Matruh Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Matruh, including major hub cities.
✈️ Egypt Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Egypt.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Al Ḩammam, Egypt runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/F 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 Al Ḩammam and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Al Ḩammam.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
FType F: Two round pins + grounding clips (Schuko)
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🧭 Al Ḩammam's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Al Ḩammam

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Al Ḩammam

Al Ḩammam keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Egypt. 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 Al Ḩammam

The closest airport to Al Ḩammam is Alexandria International Airport (HBE), about 31 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 Al Ḩammam From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Al Ḩammam

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

🔎 Explore More About Al Ḩammam

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Al Ḩammam

What side of the road do people drive on in Al Ḩammam?

Al Ḩammam, like the rest of Egypt, 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 Al Ḩammam use?

Al Ḩammam runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/F 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 Al Ḩammam?

In Al Ḩammam, reach police on 112, ambulance on 123, fire brigade on 180. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Al Ḩammam?

Alexandria International Airport (HBE) is the nearest airport to Al Ḩammam, about 31 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Al Ḩammam runs on Eastern European Time (UTC +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 Al Ḩammam?

Al Ḩammam shares the official and regional languages of Matruh and Egypt — 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 Al Ḩammam?

No — Al Ḩammam uses the Egyptian pound (EGP), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Al Ḩammam currency page for live rates.