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Current Date And Time In Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

Friday, 14 August 2026
18:08:49 CEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 32,219
District: Provincia de Santa Cruz de Tenerife

✈️ Puerto de la Cruz, Canary Islands, Spain - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Puerto de la Cruz, Canary Islands, Spain 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 Puerto de la Cruz.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Puerto de la Cruz 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 Puerto de la Cruz — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Spain, which includes Puerto de la Cruz, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Spain before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Spain's time zone +00:00 to +01:00, country calling code +34 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .ES. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Puerto de la Cruz.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+00:00 to +01:00
📞 Country Calling Code+34
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.ES

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Spain — police 091, ambulance 112, fire brigade 112, general emergency 112. Store these in your phone before you reach Puerto de la Cruz. 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 Puerto de la Cruz.

🚔
Police
091
🚑
Ambulance
112
🚒
Fire
112
📞
General
112

📊 Spain At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.905
Very high
👤
Life Expectancy
83.9
years
📚
Literacy Rate
99.7%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$35,327
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
10.4%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Puerto de la Cruz for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Puerto de la Cruz
International Airport • TFN
Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport
Tenerife, ES
22
km away
Nearest to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (Capital)
International Airport • LPA
Gran Canaria Airport
Gran Canaria Island, ES
19
km from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Puerto de la Cruz's exact coordinates, or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Puerto de la Cruz From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Puerto de la Cruz 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
Paris (France)2,787 km1,732 mi~ 4h 02m
London (United Kingdom)2,909 km1,808 mi~ 4h 10m
New York (United States)5,338 km3,317 mi~ 7h 02m
Toronto (Canada)5,755 km3,576 mi~ 7h 31m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)7,027 km4,367 mi~ 9h 01m
Los Angeles (United States)9,249 km5,747 mi~ 11h 38m
Tokyo (Japan)12,465 km7,745 mi~ 15h 25m
Singapore (Singapore)12,863 km7,993 mi~ 15h 53m
Auckland (New Zealand)18,602 km11,559 mi~ 22h 38m
Sydney (Australia)18,703 km11,622 mi~ 22h 45m

✈ 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 Puerto de la Cruz, Spain is set to Central European Summer Time (CEST) with a current offset of UTC +02:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Puerto de la Cruz requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneCentral European Summer Time (CEST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +02:00
📅 DST Observing StatusActive (Daylight Saving Time In Effect)
📅 DST Transition DatesObserved from March 29 (02:00) to October 25 (03:00).
🕒 Current Local Time6:08 PM on Friday, August 14, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Puerto de la Cruz to Major World Cities

It is currently 5:08 PM on Friday in Puerto de la Cruz. 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 Puerto de la Cruz 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 Puerto de la Cruz
New York (United States)Fri, 12:08 PM5h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Fri, 9:08 AM8h behind
Toronto (Canada)Fri, 12:08 PM5h behind
London (United Kingdom)Fri, 5:08 PMSame time
Paris (France)Fri, 6:08 PM1h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Fri, 8:08 PM3h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sat, 12:08 AM7h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sat, 1:08 AM8h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sat, 2:08 AM9h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sat, 4:08 AM11h 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 Puerto de la Cruz — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Puerto de la Cruz is the Euro (EUR), 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
€ 0.8635
EUR
£ 1 British Pound
€ 1.17
EUR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
€ 0.6123
EUR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
€ 0.6222
EUR

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed August 14, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Puerto de la Cruz

Knowing which languages are used in Puerto de la Cruz 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):
SpanishCatalanGalicianOccitanBasque

🗣 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 Puerto de la Cruz. 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
La Orotava (Canary Islands, Spain)2 mi4 kmSE
⬆️
Los Realejos (Canary Islands, Spain)3 mi5 kmSW
⬆️
Realejo Alto (Canary Islands, Spain)4 mi6 kmSW
⬆️
Santa Úrsula (Canary Islands, Spain)4 mi6 kmEast (E)
⬆️
La Victoria de Acentejo (Canary Islands, Spain)5 mi9 kmEast (E)
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Puerto de la Cruz

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Puerto de la Cruz is the Colosseum (Italy), about 3,014 km away. Straight-line distances from Puerto de la Cruz to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
ColosseumRome, Italy3,014 km1,873 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan4,998 km3,106 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil6,387 km3,969 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico7,231 km4,493 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru7,589 km4,715 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India9,018 km5,604 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China10,936 km6,795 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

Puerto de la Cruz shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Canary Islands and Spain. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Canary Islands Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Canary Islands, including major hub cities.
✈️ Spain Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Spain.

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
FType F: Two round pins + grounding clips (Schuko)
States By Alphabets

🧭 Puerto de la Cruz's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Puerto de la Cruz

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Puerto de la Cruz

Puerto de la Cruz keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Spain. 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 Puerto de la Cruz

The closest airport to Puerto de la Cruz is Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport (TFN), about 22 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 Puerto de la Cruz From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Puerto de la Cruz 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 Puerto de la Cruz gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Puerto de la Cruz

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

🔎 Explore More About Puerto de la Cruz

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Puerto de la Cruz

What side of the road do people drive on in Puerto de la Cruz?

Puerto de la Cruz, like the rest of Spain, 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 Puerto de la Cruz use?

Puerto de la Cruz 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 Puerto de la Cruz?

In Puerto de la Cruz, reach police on 091, ambulance on 112, fire brigade on 112, a general emergency line on 112. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Puerto de la Cruz?

Tenerife Norte-Ciudad de La Laguna Airport (TFN) is the nearest airport to Puerto de la Cruz, about 22 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Puerto de la Cruz in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Puerto de la Cruz runs on Central European Summer Time (UTC +00:00 to +01:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Puerto de la Cruz?

Puerto de la Cruz shares the official and regional languages of Canary Islands and Spain — 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 Puerto de la Cruz?

No — Puerto de la Cruz uses the Euro (EUR), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Puerto de la Cruz currency page for live rates.