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Current Date And Time In Gonabad, Iran

Sunday, 26 July 2026
05:44:29 IRST
Currency: Iranian Rial (IRR)
Timezone: UTC +03:30 (IRST)
Population: 43,465

✈️ Gonabad, Razavi Khorasan, Iran - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Gonabad, Razavi Khorasan, Iran 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 Gonabad.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Iran, which includes Gonabad, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Iran before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Iran's time zone +03:30, country calling code +98 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .IR. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Gonabad.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+03:30
📞 Country Calling Code+98
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.IR

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Iran — police 110, ambulance 115, fire brigade 125. Store these in your phone before you reach Gonabad. 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 Gonabad.

🚔
Police
110
🚑
Ambulance
115
🚒
Fire
125

📊 Iran At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.774
High
👤
Life Expectancy
77.9
years
📚
Literacy Rate
88.9%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$5,190
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
8.3%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

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

Nearest to Gonabad
International Airport • XBJ
Birjand International Airport
Birjand, IR
171
km away
Nearest to Mashhad (Capital)
International Airport • MHD
Mashhad International Airport
Mashhad, IR
8
km from Mashhad

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

✈️ How Far Is Gonabad From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Gonabad 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)1,069 km664 mi~ 2h
Paris (France)4,830 km3,001 mi~ 6h 26m
London (United Kingdom)4,998 km3,106 mi~ 6h 38m
Singapore (Singapore)5,943 km3,693 mi~ 7h 45m
Tokyo (Japan)7,145 km4,439 mi~ 9h 09m
Toronto (Canada)10,357 km6,436 mi~ 12h 56m
New York (United States)10,366 km6,441 mi~ 12h 57m
Sydney (Australia)12,249 km7,611 mi~ 15h 10m
Los Angeles (United States)12,402 km7,706 mi~ 15h 20m
Auckland (New Zealand)14,340 km8,911 mi~ 17h 37m

✈ 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 Gonabad, Iran is set to Iran Standard Time (IRST) with a current offset of UTC +03:30. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Gonabad requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneIran Standard Time (IRST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +03:30
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time5:44 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Gonabad to Major World Cities

It is currently 5:44 AM on Sunday in Gonabad. 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 Gonabad 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 Gonabad
New York (United States)Sat, 10:14 PM7h 30m behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 7:14 PM10h 30m behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 10:14 PM7h 30m behind
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 3:14 AM2h 30m behind
Paris (France)Sun, 4:14 AM1h 30m behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 6:14 AM30m ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 10:14 AM4h 30m ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 11:14 AM5h 30m ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 12:14 PM6h 30m ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 2:14 PM8h 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 Gonabad — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Gonabad is the Iranian rial (IRR), 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
﷼ 1,375,000.00
IRR
€ 1 Euro
﷼ 1,564,268.69
IRR
£ 1 British Pound
﷼ 1,831,431.09
IRR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
﷼ 959,749.84
IRR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
﷼ 975,004.43
IRR

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Gonabad

Knowing which languages are used in Gonabad 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):
Persian

🗣 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 Gonabad. 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
Gonabad (North Khorasan, Iran)1 mi2 kmSE
⬆️
Bahabad (Razavi Khorasan, Iran)3 mi4 kmSE
⬆️
Kakhk (Razavi Khorasan, Iran)14 mi23 kmSouth (S)
⬆️
Beytabaj (South Khorasan Province, Iran)21 mi33 kmSouth (S)
⬆️
Mazra‘eh-ye Esfian (South Khorasan Province, Iran)26 mi41 kmSouth (S)
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Gonabad

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Gonabad is the Taj Mahal (India), about 2,010 km away. Straight-line distances from Gonabad 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, India2,010 km1,249 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan2,223 km1,382 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy4,076 km2,533 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China5,023 km3,121 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil12,468 km7,748 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico12,983 km8,067 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru14,586 km9,063 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

Gonabad shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Razavi Khorasan and Iran. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Razavi Khorasan Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Razavi Khorasan, including major hub cities.
✈️ Iran Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Iran.

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

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

🔋 Before You Pack for Gonabad

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Gonabad

Gonabad keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Iran. 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 Gonabad

The closest airport to Gonabad is Birjand International Airport (XBJ), about 171 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 Gonabad From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Gonabad

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

🔎 Explore More About Gonabad

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Gonabad

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

Gonabad, like the rest of Iran, 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 Gonabad use?

Gonabad 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 Gonabad?

In Gonabad, reach police on 110, ambulance on 115, fire brigade on 125. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Gonabad?

Birjand International Airport (XBJ) is the nearest airport to Gonabad, about 171 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Gonabad runs on Iran Standard Time (UTC +03:30). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Gonabad?

Gonabad shares the official and regional languages of Razavi Khorasan and Iran — 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 Gonabad?

No — Gonabad uses the Iranian rial (IRR), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Gonabad currency page for live rates.