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Current Date And Time In Banda Aceh, Indonesia

Monday, 27 July 2026
04:42:37 WIB
State: Aceh
Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
Timezone: UTC +07:00 (WIB)
Population: 255,029
District: Kota Banda Aceh

✈️ Banda Aceh, Aceh, Indonesia - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Banda Aceh, Aceh, Indonesia 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 Banda Aceh.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Indonesia, which includes Banda Aceh, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Indonesia before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Indonesia's time zone +07:00 to +09:00, country calling code +62 (exit prefix 001, 007, 008, 009) and country internet domain .ID. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Banda Aceh.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+07:00 to +09:00
📞 Country Calling Code+62
☎️ International Exit Prefix001, 007, 008, 009
🌐 Internet Domain.ID

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Indonesia — police 110, ambulance 112, fire brigade 113, general emergency 112. Store these in your phone before you reach Banda Aceh. 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 Banda Aceh.

🚔
Police
110
🚑
Ambulance
112
🚒
Fire
113
📞
General
112

📊 Indonesia At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.705
High
👤
Life Expectancy
71.3
years
📚
Literacy Rate
96.0%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$4,925
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
3.2%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Banda Aceh for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Banda Aceh
International Airport • BTJ
Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport
Banda Aceh, ID
10
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Banda Aceh From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Banda Aceh 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
Singapore (Singapore)1,051 km653 mi~ 1h 59m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)4,791 km2,977 mi~ 6h 23m
Tokyo (Japan)5,626 km3,496 mi~ 7h 22m
Sydney (Australia)7,317 km4,547 mi~ 9h 22m
Auckland (New Zealand)9,445 km5,869 mi~ 11h 52m
Paris (France)9,761 km6,065 mi~ 12h 14m
London (United Kingdom)9,902 km6,153 mi~ 12h 24m
Los Angeles (United States)14,374 km8,932 mi~ 17h 40m
Toronto (Canada)14,519 km9,022 mi~ 17h 50m
New York (United States)14,758 km9,170 mi~ 18h 07m

✈ 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 Banda Aceh, Indonesia is set to Western Indonesian Time (WIB) with a current offset of UTC +07:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Banda Aceh requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneWestern Indonesian Time (WIB)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +07:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time4:42 AM on Monday, July 27, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Banda Aceh to Major World Cities

It is currently 4:42 AM on Monday in Banda Aceh. 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 Banda Aceh 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 Banda Aceh
New York (United States)Sun, 5:42 PM11h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sun, 2:42 PM14h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 5:42 PM11h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 10:42 PM6h behind
Paris (France)Sun, 11:42 PM5h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Mon, 1:42 AM3h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Mon, 5:42 AM1h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Mon, 6:42 AM2h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Mon, 7:42 AM3h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Mon, 9:42 AM5h 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 Banda Aceh — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Banda Aceh is the Indonesian rupiah (IDR), written as Rp. 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
Rp 17,922.18
IDR
€ 1 Euro
Rp 20,421.00
IDR
£ 1 British Pound
Rp 23,906.57
IDR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
Rp 12,545.73
IDR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
Rp 12,719.84
IDR

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Banda Aceh

Knowing which languages are used in Banda Aceh 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):
IndonesianIndonesian Sign Languages

🗣 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 Banda Aceh. 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
Mata Ie (Aceh, Indonesia)1 mi2 kmSouth (S)
⬆️
Lambaro (Aceh, Indonesia)1 mi2 kmNE
⬆️
Sibreh (Aceh, Indonesia)3 mi5 kmESE
⬆️
Lampuuk (Aceh, Indonesia)4 mi7 kmENE
⬆️
Angan (Aceh, Indonesia)6 mi10 kmNE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Banda Aceh

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Banda Aceh is the Taj Mahal (India), about 3,023 km away. Straight-line distances from Banda Aceh 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, India3,023 km1,878 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China4,387 km2,726 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan6,820 km4,238 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy9,004 km5,595 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil15,171 km9,427 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico17,068 km10,606 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru18,439 km11,457 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

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

✈️ Aceh Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Aceh, including major hub cities.
✈️ Indonesia Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Indonesia.

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

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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🧭 Banda Aceh's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Banda Aceh

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Banda Aceh

Banda Aceh keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Indonesia. 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 Banda Aceh

The closest airport to Banda Aceh is Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ), about 10 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 Banda Aceh From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Banda Aceh

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

🔎 Explore More About Banda Aceh

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Banda Aceh

What side of the road do people drive on in Banda Aceh?

Banda Aceh, like the rest of Indonesia, 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 Banda Aceh use?

Banda Aceh 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 Banda Aceh?

In Banda Aceh, reach police on 110, ambulance on 112, fire brigade on 113, a general emergency line on 112. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Banda Aceh?

Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) is the nearest airport to Banda Aceh, about 10 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Banda Aceh runs on Western Indonesian Time (UTC +07:00 to +09:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Banda Aceh?

Banda Aceh shares the official and regional languages of Aceh and Indonesia — 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 Banda Aceh?

No — Banda Aceh uses the Indonesian rupiah (IDR), symbol Rp. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Banda Aceh currency page for live rates.