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Current Date And Time In Ambon, Indonesia

Saturday, 25 July 2026
23:35:48 WIB
State: Maluku
Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
Timezone: UTC +07:00 (WIB)
Population: 347,288
District: Kota Ambon

✈️ Ambon, Maluku, Indonesia - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Ambon, Maluku, 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 Ambon.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Indonesia, which includes Ambon, 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 Ambon.

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 Ambon. 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 Ambon.

🚔
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 Ambon for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Ambon
International Airport • AMQ
Pattimura International Airport
Ambon, ID
11
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Ambon From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ambon 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)2,765 km1,718 mi~ 4h
Sydney (Australia)4,116 km2,557 mi~ 5h 36m
Tokyo (Japan)4,538 km2,820 mi~ 6h 05m
Auckland (New Zealand)6,006 km3,732 mi~ 7h 49m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)8,478 km5,268 mi~ 10h 43m
Los Angeles (United States)12,400 km7,705 mi~ 15h 20m
Paris (France)12,860 km7,991 mi~ 15h 53m
London (United Kingdom)12,878 km8,002 mi~ 15h 54m
Toronto (Canada)14,811 km9,203 mi~ 18h 10m
New York (United States)15,338 km9,531 mi~ 18h 48m

✈ 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 Ambon, 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 Ambon 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 Time11:35 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Ambon to Major World Cities

It is currently 1:35 AM on Sunday in Ambon. 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 Ambon 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 Ambon
New York (United States)Sat, 12:35 PM13h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 9:35 AM16h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 12:35 PM13h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 5:35 PM8h behind
Paris (France)Sat, 6:35 PM7h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 8:35 PM5h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 12:35 AM1h behind
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 1:35 AMSame time
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 2:35 AM1h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 4:35 AM3h 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 Ambon — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Ambon 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 17,921.57
IDR
€ 1 Euro
Rp 20,388.48
IDR
£ 1 British Pound
Rp 23,870.64
IDR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
Rp 12,509.26
IDR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
Rp 12,708.08
IDR

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Ambon

Knowing which languages are used in Ambon 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 Ambon. 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
Amahusu (Maluku, Indonesia)3 mi5 kmSW
⬆️
Passo (Maluku, Indonesia)7 mi11 kmNE
⬆️
Hila (Maluku, Indonesia)10 mi16 kmNW
⬆️
Tulehu (Maluku, Indonesia)12 mi20 kmNE
⬆️
Pelau (Maluku, Indonesia)23 mi37 kmENE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Ambon

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Ambon is the Great Wall of China (China), about 5,053 km away. Straight-line distances from Ambon to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China5,053 km3,140 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India6,377 km3,962 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan10,478 km6,510 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy12,389 km7,698 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico15,615 km9,703 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil16,908 km10,506 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru17,057 km10,599 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

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

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

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

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

🔋 Before You Pack for Ambon

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Ambon

Ambon 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 Ambon

The closest airport to Ambon is Pattimura International Airport (AMQ), about 11 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 Ambon From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Ambon

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

🔎 Explore More About Ambon

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Ambon

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

Ambon, 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 Ambon use?

Ambon 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 Ambon?

In Ambon, 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 Ambon?

Pattimura International Airport (AMQ) is the nearest airport to Ambon, about 11 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Ambon 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 Ambon?

Ambon shares the official and regional languages of Maluku 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 Ambon?

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