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Current Date And Time In Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan

Sunday, 26 July 2026
08:47:20 PKT
Currency: Pakistani Rupee (PKR)
Timezone: UTC +05:00 (PKT)
Population: 763,195
District: Dera Ismail Khan

✈️ Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan 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 Dera Ismail Khan.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Pakistan, which includes Dera Ismail Khan, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Pakistan before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Pakistan's time zone +05:00, country calling code +92 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .PK. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Dera Ismail Khan.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+05:00
📞 Country Calling Code+92
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.PK

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Pakistan — police 15, ambulance 115, fire brigade 16. Store these in your phone before you reach Dera Ismail Khan. 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 Dera Ismail Khan.

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Police
15
🚑
Ambulance
115
🚒
Fire
16

📊 Pakistan At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.544
Low
👤
Life Expectancy
67.8
years
📚
Literacy Rate
58.9%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$1,479
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
5.4%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Dera Ismail Khan for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Dera Ismail Khan
Regional Airport • DSK
Dera Ismael Khan Airport [IN-ACTIVE]
Dera Ismael Khan, PK
9
km away
Nearest to Peshawar (Capital)
International Airport • PEW
Bacha Khan International Airport
Peshawar, PK
6
km from Peshawar

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

✈️ How Far Is Dera Ismail Khan From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Dera Ismail Khan 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)1,693 km1,052 mi~ 2h 45m
Singapore (Singapore)4,836 km3,005 mi~ 6h 26m
Paris (France)5,895 km3,663 mi~ 7h 41m
London (United Kingdom)6,029 km3,746 mi~ 7h 51m
Tokyo (Japan)6,238 km3,876 mi~ 8h 05m
Toronto (Canada)11,095 km6,894 mi~ 13h 48m
Sydney (Australia)11,129 km6,915 mi~ 13h 51m
New York (United States)11,179 km6,947 mi~ 13h 54m
Los Angeles (United States)12,627 km7,846 mi~ 15h 36m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,191 km8,197 mi~ 16h 16m

✈ 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 Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan is set to Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) with a current offset of UTC +05:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Dera Ismail Khan requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZonePakistan Standard Time (PKT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +05:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time8:47 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Dera Ismail Khan to Major World Cities

It is currently 8:47 AM on Sunday in Dera Ismail Khan. 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 Dera Ismail Khan 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 Dera Ismail Khan
New York (United States)Sat, 11:47 PM9h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 8:47 PM12h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 11:47 PM9h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 4:47 AM4h behind
Paris (France)Sun, 5:47 AM3h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 7:47 AM1h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 11:47 AM3h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 12:47 PM4h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 1:47 PM5h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 3:47 PM7h 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 Dera Ismail Khan — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Dera Ismail Khan is the Pakistani rupee (PKR), 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
₨ 277.86
PKR
€ 1 Euro
₨ 316.11
PKR
£ 1 British Pound
₨ 370.10
PKR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
₨ 193.95
PKR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
₨ 197.03
PKR

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Dera Ismail Khan

Knowing which languages are used in Dera Ismail Khan 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):
UrduEnglish

🗣 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 Dera Ismail Khan. 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
Shorkot (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan)6 mi9 kmNNW
⬆️
Darya Khan (Punjab, Pakistan)12 mi20 kmESE
⬆️
Bhakkar (Punjab, Pakistan)17 mi27 kmSE
⬆️
Paharpur (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan)19 mi31 kmNNE
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Kulachi (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan)27 mi43 kmWNW
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Dera Ismail Khan

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Dera Ismail Khan is the Taj Mahal (India), about 863 km away. Straight-line distances from Dera Ismail Khan 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, India863 km536 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan3,366 km2,091 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China4,117 km2,558 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy5,213 km3,239 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil13,531 km8,408 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico13,779 km8,562 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru15,755 km9,790 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

Dera Ismail Khan shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Pakistan. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including major hub cities.
✈️ Pakistan Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Pakistan.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/D 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 Dera Ismail Khan and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Dera Ismail Khan.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
DType D: Three round pins in triangle
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🧭 Dera Ismail Khan's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Dera Ismail Khan

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Dera Ismail Khan

Dera Ismail Khan keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Pakistan. 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 Dera Ismail Khan

The closest airport to Dera Ismail Khan is Dera Ismael Khan Airport [IN-ACTIVE] (DSK), about 9 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 Dera Ismail Khan From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Dera Ismail Khan 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 Dera Ismail Khan gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Dera Ismail Khan

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

🔎 Explore More About Dera Ismail Khan

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Dera Ismail Khan

What side of the road do people drive on in Dera Ismail Khan?

Dera Ismail Khan, like the rest of Pakistan, 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 Dera Ismail Khan use?

Dera Ismail Khan runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/D 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 Dera Ismail Khan?

In Dera Ismail Khan, reach police on 15, ambulance on 115, fire brigade on 16. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Dera Ismail Khan?

Dera Ismael Khan Airport [IN-ACTIVE] (DSK) is the nearest airport to Dera Ismail Khan, about 9 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Dera Ismail Khan in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Dera Ismail Khan runs on Pakistan Standard Time (UTC +05:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Dera Ismail Khan?

Dera Ismail Khan shares the official and regional languages of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Pakistan — 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 Dera Ismail Khan?

No — Dera Ismail Khan uses the Pakistani rupee (PKR), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Dera Ismail Khan currency page for live rates.