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Current Date And Time In Kollam, India

Sunday, 26 July 2026
01:32:13 IST
State: Kerala
Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (IST)
Population: 367,107
District: Kollam

✈️ Kollam, Kerala, India - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Kollam, Kerala, 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 Kollam.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in India, which includes Kollam, 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 Kollam.

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 Kollam. 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 Kollam.

🚔
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 Kollam for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Kollam
International Airport • TRV
Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
Thiruvananthapuram, IN
58
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Kollam From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kollam 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)2,895 km1,799 mi~ 4h 09m
Singapore (Singapore)3,128 km1,944 mi~ 4h 26m
Tokyo (Japan)7,008 km4,355 mi~ 9h
Paris (France)8,114 km5,042 mi~ 10h 18m
London (United Kingdom)8,317 km5,168 mi~ 10h 32m
Sydney (Australia)9,167 km5,696 mi~ 11h 32m
Auckland (New Zealand)11,323 km7,036 mi~ 14h 04m
Toronto (Canada)13,690 km8,506 mi~ 16h 51m
New York (United States)13,731 km8,532 mi~ 16h 54m
Los Angeles (United States)14,991 km9,315 mi~ 18h 23m

✈ 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 Kollam, 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 Kollam 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 Time1:32 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Kollam to Major World Cities

It is currently 1:32 AM on Sunday in Kollam. 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 Kollam 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 Kollam
New York (United States)Sat, 4:02 PM9h 30m behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 1:02 PM12h 30m behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 4:02 PM9h 30m behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 9:02 PM4h 30m behind
Paris (France)Sat, 10:02 PM3h 30m behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 12:02 AM1h 30m behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 4:02 AM2h 30m ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 5:02 AM3h 30m ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 6:02 AM4h 30m ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 8:02 AM6h 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 Kollam — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Kollam 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 Kollam

Knowing which languages are used in Kollam 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 Kollam. 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
Tirkadavur (Kerala, India)3 mi5 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Karuva (Kerala, India)5 mi8 kmNNE
⬆️
Mayyanad (Kerala, India)5 mi8 kmSE
⬆️
Kottangara (Kerala, India)5 mi8 kmNE
⬆️
Panayattur Vadakkumbhagam (Kerala, India)6 mi9 kmNNE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Kollam

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Kollam is the Taj Mahal (India), about 2,040 km away. Straight-line distances from Kollam 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, India2,040 km1,268 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan4,885 km3,035 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China5,231 km3,250 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,215 km4,483 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil13,434 km8,348 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico16,349 km10,159 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru16,615 km10,324 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

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

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

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Kollam, 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 Kollam and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Kollam.

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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🧭 Kollam's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Kollam

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Kollam

Kollam 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 Kollam

The closest airport to Kollam is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV), about 58 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 Kollam From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Kollam

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

🔎 Explore More About Kollam

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Kollam

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

Kollam, 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 Kollam use?

Kollam 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 Kollam?

In Kollam, 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 Kollam?

Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV) is the nearest airport to Kollam, about 58 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Kollam 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 Kollam?

Kollam shares the official and regional languages of Kerala 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 Kollam?

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