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Current Date And Time In Ahmedabad, India

Sunday, 26 July 2026
06:52:06 IST
State: Gujarat
Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (IST)
Population: 6,357,693
District: Ahmadābād

✈️ Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India 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 Ahmedabad.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in India, which includes Ahmedabad, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for India before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers India's time zone +05:30, country calling code +91 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .IN. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Ahmedabad.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+05:30
📞 Country Calling Code+91
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.IN

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for India — police 100, ambulance 108, fire brigade 101, general emergency 112. Store these in your phone before you reach Ahmedabad. 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 Ahmedabad.

🚔
Police
100
🚑
Ambulance
108
🚒
Fire
101
📞
General
112

📊 India At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.633
Medium
👤
Life Expectancy
72.2
years
📚
Literacy Rate
78.2%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$2,695
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
4.2%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

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

Nearest to Ahmedabad
International Airport • AMD
Sardar Vallabh Patel International Airport
Ahmedabad, IN
7
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Ahmedabad From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ahmedabad 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)1,773 km1,102 mi~ 2h 50m
Singapore (Singapore)4,142 km2,574 mi~ 5h 37m
Tokyo (Japan)6,527 km4,056 mi~ 8h 26m
Paris (France)6,677 km4,149 mi~ 8h 36m
London (United Kingdom)6,844 km4,253 mi~ 8h 48m
Sydney (Australia)10,436 km6,485 mi~ 13h 02m
Toronto (Canada)12,068 km7,499 mi~ 14h 57m
New York (United States)12,131 km7,538 mi~ 15h 01m
Auckland (New Zealand)12,559 km7,804 mi~ 15h 32m
Los Angeles (United States)13,566 km8,429 mi~ 16h 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 Ahmedabad, India is set to Indian Standard Time (IST) with a current offset of UTC +05:30. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Ahmedabad requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneIndian Standard Time (IST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +05:30
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time6:52 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Ahmedabad to Major World Cities

It is currently 6:52 AM on Sunday in Ahmedabad. 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 Ahmedabad 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 Ahmedabad
New York (United States)Sat, 9:22 PM9h 30m behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 6:22 PM12h 30m behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 9:22 PM9h 30m behind
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 2:22 AM4h 30m behind
Paris (France)Sun, 3:22 AM3h 30m behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 5:22 AM1h 30m behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 9:22 AM2h 30m ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 10:22 AM3h 30m ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 11:22 AM4h 30m ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 1:22 PM6h 30m 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 Ahmedabad — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Ahmedabad is the Indian rupee (INR), 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
₹ 96.40
INR
€ 1 Euro
₹ 109.67
INR
£ 1 British Pound
₹ 128.40
INR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
₹ 67.29
INR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
₹ 68.36
INR

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Ahmedabad

Knowing which languages are used in Ahmedabad 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):
HindiEnglish

🗣 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 Ahmedabad. 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
Ahmadabad Cantonment (Gujarat, India)2 mi3 kmNE
⬆️
Bodakdev (Gujarat, India)5 mi7 kmWest (W)
⬆️
Shahwadi (Gujarat, India)5 mi7 kmSSW
⬆️
Kali (Gujarat, India)5 mi8 kmNNW
⬆️
Naroda (Gujarat, India)5 mi9 kmNE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Ahmedabad

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Ahmedabad is the Taj Mahal (India), about 717 km away. Straight-line distances from Ahmedabad to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Taj MahalAgra, India717 km446 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan3,761 km2,337 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China4,482 km2,785 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy5,886 km3,657 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil13,502 km8,389 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico14,743 km9,161 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru16,181 km10,055 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

Ahmedabad shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Gujarat and India. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Gujarat Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Gujarat, including major hub cities.
✈️ India Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for India.

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
DType D: Three round pins in triangle
MType M: Three large round pins in triangle
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🧭 Ahmedabad's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Ahmedabad

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of India. 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 Ahmedabad

The closest airport to Ahmedabad is Sardar Vallabh Patel International Airport (AMD), about 7 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 Ahmedabad From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Ahmedabad

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

🔎 Explore More About Ahmedabad

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Ahmedabad

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

Ahmedabad, like the rest of India, drives on the Left. 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 Ahmedabad use?

Ahmedabad runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type D/M 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 Ahmedabad?

In Ahmedabad, reach police on 100, ambulance on 108, fire brigade on 101, a general emergency line on 112. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Ahmedabad?

Sardar Vallabh Patel International Airport (AMD) is the nearest airport to Ahmedabad, about 7 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Ahmedabad runs on Indian Standard Time (UTC +05:30). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Ahmedabad?

Ahmedabad shares the official and regional languages of Gujarat and India — 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 Ahmedabad?

No — Ahmedabad uses the Indian rupee (INR), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Ahmedabad currency page for live rates.