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Sur, Southeastern Governorate, Oman – Oman Flag

Current Date And Time In Sur, Oman

Saturday, 25 July 2026
21:16:52 GST
Currency: Omani Rial (OMR)
Timezone: UTC +04:00 (GST)
Population: 71,152

✈️ Sur, Southeastern Governorate, Oman - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Sur, Southeastern Governorate, 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 Sur.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Oman, which includes Sur, 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 Sur.

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 Sur. 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 Sur.

🚔
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 Sur for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Sur
Regional Airport
Ras al Hadd Airport
Ras ar Ruays, OM
41
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Sur From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sur 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)523 km325 mi~ 1h 22m
Singapore (Singapore)5,331 km3,313 mi~ 7h 01m
Paris (France)5,761 km3,579 mi~ 7h 32m
London (United Kingdom)5,981 km3,717 mi~ 7h 47m
Tokyo (Japan)7,712 km4,792 mi~ 9h 49m
New York (United States)11,498 km7,145 mi~ 14h 17m
Sydney (Australia)11,528 km7,163 mi~ 14h 19m
Toronto (Canada)11,543 km7,172 mi~ 14h 20m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,681 km8,501 mi~ 16h 51m
Los Angeles (United States)13,715 km8,522 mi~ 16h 53m

✈ 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 Sur, 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 Sur 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 Time9:16 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Sur to Major World Cities

It is currently 9:16 PM on Saturday in Sur. 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 Sur 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 Sur
New York (United States)Sat, 1:16 PM8h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 10:16 AM11h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 1:16 PM8h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 6:16 PM3h behind
Paris (France)Sat, 7:16 PM2h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 9:16 PMSame time
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 1:16 AM4h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 2:16 AM5h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 3:16 AM6h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 5:16 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 Sur — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Sur 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 Sur

Knowing which languages are used in Sur 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 Sur. 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
Badiyah (Northeastern Governorate, Oman)47 mi76 kmWest (W)
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Al Qabil (Northeastern Governorate, Oman)53 mi86 kmWest (W)
⬆️
Qurayyat (Muscat, Oman)62 mi99 kmNW
⬆️
Ibra’ (Northeastern Governorate, Oman)64 mi103 kmWest (W)
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Ibra (Southeastern Governorate, Oman)65 mi104 kmWest (W)
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Sur

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Sur is the Taj Mahal (India), about 1,934 km away. Straight-line distances from Sur 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, India1,934 km1,202 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan2,542 km1,580 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy4,843 km3,009 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China5,608 km3,484 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil12,199 km7,580 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico14,090 km8,755 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru14,858 km9,232 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

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

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

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
GType G: Three rectangular pins
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🧭 Sur's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Sur

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Sur

Sur 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 Sur

The closest airport to Sur is Ras al Hadd Airport, about 41 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 Sur From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Sur

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

🔎 Explore More About Sur

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Sur

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

Sur, 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 Sur use?

Sur 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 Sur?

In Sur, 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 Sur?

Ras al Hadd Airport is the nearest airport to Sur, about 41 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Sur 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 Sur?

Sur shares the official and regional languages of Southeastern Governorate 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 Sur?

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