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Al Wadan, Al Buraimi, Oman – Oman Flag

Current Date And Time In Al Wadan, Oman

Saturday, 25 July 2026
20:06:18 GST
State: Al Buraimi
Currency: Omani Rial (OMR)
Timezone: UTC +04:00 (GST)
Population: 1,000

✈️ Al Wadan, Al Buraimi, Oman - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Al Wadan, Al Buraimi, Oman 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 Al Wadan.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Oman, which includes Al Wadan, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Oman before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Oman's time zone +04:00, country calling code +968 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .OM. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Al Wadan.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+04:00
📞 Country Calling Code+968
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.OM

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Oman — police 9999, ambulance 9999, fire brigade 9999, general emergency 9999. Store these in your phone before you reach Al Wadan. 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 Al Wadan.

🚔
Police
9999
🚑
Ambulance
9999
🚒
Fire
9999
📞
General
9999

📊 Oman At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.816
Very high
👤
Life Expectancy
80.3
years
📚
Literacy Rate
97.3%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$20,285
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
3.3%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Al Wadan for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Al Wadan
International Airport • AAN
Al Ain International Airport
Al Ain, AE
71
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Al Wadan From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Al Wadan 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)178 km111 mi~ 0h 58m
Paris (France)5,392 km3,350 mi~ 7h 06m
London (United Kingdom)5,624 km3,494 mi~ 7h 22m
Singapore (Singapore)5,753 km3,575 mi~ 7h 31m
Tokyo (Japan)7,997 km4,969 mi~ 10h 09m
New York (United States)11,167 km6,939 mi~ 13h 53m
Toronto (Canada)11,236 km6,982 mi~ 13h 58m
Sydney (Australia)11,936 km7,417 mi~ 14h 48m
Los Angeles (United States)13,568 km8,431 mi~ 16h 43m
Auckland (New Zealand)14,091 km8,756 mi~ 17h 20m

✈ 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 Al Wadan, Oman is set to Gulf Standard Time (GST) with a current offset of UTC +04:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Al Wadan requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneGulf Standard Time (GST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +04:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time8:06 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Al Wadan to Major World Cities

It is currently 8:06 PM on Saturday in Al Wadan. 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 Al Wadan 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 Al Wadan
New York (United States)Sat, 12:06 PM8h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 9:06 AM11h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 12:06 PM8h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 5:06 PM3h behind
Paris (France)Sat, 6:06 PM2h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 8:06 PMSame time
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 12:06 AM4h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 1:06 AM5h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 2:06 AM6h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 4:06 AM8h 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 Al Wadan — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Al Wadan is the Omani rial (OMR), written as ر.ع.. 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
ر.ع. 0.3845
OMR
€ 1 Euro
ر.ع. 0.4374
OMR
£ 1 British Pound
ر.ع. 0.5121
OMR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
ر.ع. 0.2684
OMR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
ر.ع. 0.2726
OMR

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Al Wadan

Knowing which languages are used in Al Wadan 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):
Arabic

🗣 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 Al Wadan. 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
Al'Arad (Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates)16 mi25 kmNorth (N)
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Al Araad (Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates)17 mi27 kmNorth (N)
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Al Wiqan (Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates)17 mi28 kmWNW
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Al Ain City (Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates)41 mi66 kmNNE
⬆️
Al Buraymi (Al Buraimi, Oman)46 mi74 kmNNE
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Al Wadan

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Al Wadan is the Petra (Jordan), about 2,125 km away. Straight-line distances from Al Wadan to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan2,125 km1,320 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India2,289 km1,422 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy4,450 km2,765 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China5,878 km3,652 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil11,849 km7,362 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico13,741 km8,538 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru14,447 km8,977 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

Al Wadan shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Al Buraimi and Oman. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Al Buraimi Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Al Buraimi, including major hub cities.
✈️ Oman Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Oman.

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
GType G: Three rectangular pins
States By Alphabets

🧭 Al Wadan's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Al Wadan

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Al Wadan

Al Wadan keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Oman. 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 Al Wadan

The closest airport to Al Wadan is Al Ain International Airport (AAN), about 71 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 Al Wadan From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Al Wadan

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

🔎 Explore More About Al Wadan

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Al Wadan

What side of the road do people drive on in Al Wadan?

Al Wadan, like the rest of Oman, 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 Al Wadan use?

Al Wadan runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type G 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 Al Wadan?

In Al Wadan, reach police on 9999, ambulance on 9999, fire brigade on 9999, a general emergency line on 9999. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Al Wadan?

Al Ain International Airport (AAN) is the nearest airport to Al Wadan, about 71 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Al Wadan runs on Gulf Standard Time (UTC +04:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Al Wadan?

Al Wadan shares the official and regional languages of Al Buraimi and Oman — 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 Al Wadan?

No — Al Wadan uses the Omani rial (OMR), symbol ر.ع.. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Al Wadan currency page for live rates.