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Buala, Isabel Province, Solomon Islands – Solomon Islands Flag

Current Date And Time In Buala, Solomon Islands

Saturday, 15 August 2026
08:45:26 SBT
Currency: Solomon Islands Dollar (SBD)
Timezone: UTC +11:00 (SBT)
Population: 2,700
District: Buala

✈️ Buala, Isabel Province, Solomon Islands - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Buala, Isabel Province, Solomon Islands 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 Buala.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Solomon Islands, which includes Buala, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Solomon Islands before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Solomon Islands's time zone +11:00, country calling code +677 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .SB. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Buala.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+11:00
📞 Country Calling Code+677
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.SB

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Solomon Islands — police 999, ambulance 111, fire brigade 988, general emergency 911. Store these in your phone before you reach Buala. 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 Buala.

🚔
Police
999
🚑
Ambulance
111
🚒
Fire
988
📞
General
911

📊 Solomon Islands At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.564
Medium
👤
Life Expectancy
70.7
years
📚
Literacy Rate
76.6%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$1,934
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
1.4%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

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

Nearest to Buala
Local Airport • FRE
Fera/Maringe Airport
Fera Island, SB
4
km away
Nearest Major Airport
International Airport • HIR
Honiara International Airport
Honiara, SB
151
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Buala From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Buala 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
Sydney (Australia)2,987 km1,856 mi~ 4h 16m
Auckland (New Zealand)3,541 km2,200 mi~ 4h 55m
Tokyo (Japan)5,302 km3,294 mi~ 6h 59m
Singapore (Singapore)6,272 km3,897 mi~ 8h 08m
Los Angeles (United States)9,801 km6,090 mi~ 12h 17m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)11,828 km7,350 mi~ 14h 40m
Toronto (Canada)13,103 km8,142 mi~ 16h 10m
New York (United States)13,624 km8,466 mi~ 16h 47m
London (United Kingdom)14,849 km9,227 mi~ 18h 13m
Paris (France)15,013 km9,329 mi~ 18h 25m

✈ 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 Buala, Solomon Islands is set to Solomon Islands Time (SBT) with a current offset of UTC +11:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Buala requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneSolomon Islands Time (SBT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +11:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time8:45 AM on Saturday, August 15, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Buala to Major World Cities

It is currently 8:45 AM on Saturday in Buala. 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 Buala 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 Buala
New York (United States)Fri, 5:45 PM15h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Fri, 2:45 PM18h behind
Toronto (Canada)Fri, 5:45 PM15h behind
London (United Kingdom)Fri, 10:45 PM10h behind
Paris (France)Fri, 11:45 PM9h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 1:45 AM7h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sat, 5:45 AM3h behind
Tokyo (Japan)Sat, 6:45 AM2h behind
Sydney (Australia)Sat, 7:45 AM1h behind
Auckland (New Zealand)Sat, 9:45 AM1h 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 Buala — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Buala is the Solomon Islands dollar (SBD), 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
$ 8.05
SBD
€ 1 Euro
$ 9.31
SBD
£ 1 British Pound
$ 10.89
SBD
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
$ 5.70
SBD
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 5.80
SBD

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed August 15, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Buala

Knowing which languages are used in Buala 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):
English

🗣 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 Buala. 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
Tulagi (Central Province, Solomon Islands)76 mi123 kmSSE
⬆️
Auki (Malaita Province, Solomon Islands)87 mi140 kmESE
⬆️
Nggosi (Guadalcanal Province, Solomon Islands)92 mi147 kmSSE
⬆️
Rove - Lengakiki (Honiara, Solomon Islands)92 mi148 kmSSE
⬆️
Mbumburu (Honiara, Solomon Islands)92 mi148 kmSSE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Buala

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Buala is the Great Wall of China (China), about 7,000 km away. Straight-line distances from Buala 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), China7,000 km4,350 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India9,595 km5,962 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico12,592 km7,824 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan13,727 km8,529 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru13,789 km8,568 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy15,068 km9,363 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil15,759 km9,792 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

Buala shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Isabel Province and Solomon Islands. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Isabel Province Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Isabel Province, including major hub cities.
✈️ Solomon Islands Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Solomon Islands.

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
IType I: Two or three flat angled pins
States By Alphabets

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

🔋 Before You Pack for Buala

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Buala

Buala keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Solomon Islands. 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 Buala

The closest airport to Buala is Fera/Maringe Airport (FRE), about 4 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 Buala From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Buala

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

🔎 Explore More About Buala

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Buala

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

Buala, like the rest of Solomon Islands, 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 Buala use?

Buala runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type I 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 Buala?

In Buala, reach police on 999, ambulance on 111, fire brigade on 988, a general emergency line on 911. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Buala?

Fera/Maringe Airport (FRE) is the nearest airport to Buala, about 4 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Buala runs on Solomon Islands Time (UTC +11:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Buala?

Buala shares the official and regional languages of Isabel Province and Solomon Islands — 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 Buala?

No — Buala uses the Solomon Islands dollar (SBD), symbol $. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Buala currency page for live rates.