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Current Date And Time In Benchalak, Thailand

Saturday, 25 July 2026
23:23:29 ICT
State: Si Sa Ket
Currency: Thai Baht (THB)
Timezone: UTC +07:00 (ICT)
District: Amphoe Benchalak

✈️ Benchalak, Si Sa Ket, Thailand - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Benchalak, Si Sa Ket, Thailand 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 Benchalak.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Thailand, which includes Benchalak, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Thailand before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Thailand's time zone +07:00, country calling code +66 (exit prefix 001) and country internet domain .TH. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Benchalak.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+07:00
📞 Country Calling Code+66
☎️ International Exit Prefix001
🌐 Internet Domain.TH

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Thailand — police 191, ambulance 1669, fire brigade 199. Store these in your phone before you reach Benchalak. 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 Benchalak.

🚔
Police
191
🚑
Ambulance
1669
🚒
Fire
199

📊 Thailand At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.800
Very high
👤
Life Expectancy
76.6
years
📚
Literacy Rate
91.1%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$7,347
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
0.8%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

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

Nearest to Benchalak
Regional Airport • UBP
Ubon Ratchathani Airport
Ubon Ratchathani, TH
55
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Benchalak From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Benchalak 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
Singapore (Singapore)1,498 km931 mi~ 2h 31m
Tokyo (Japan)4,179 km2,597 mi~ 5h 40m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)5,260 km3,269 mi~ 6h 56m
Sydney (Australia)7,317 km4,547 mi~ 9h 21m
Auckland (New Zealand)9,303 km5,781 mi~ 11h 42m
Paris (France)9,647 km5,994 mi~ 12h 06m
London (United Kingdom)9,713 km6,036 mi~ 12h 11m
Los Angeles (United States)12,936 km8,038 mi~ 15h 58m
Toronto (Canada)13,503 km8,390 mi~ 16h 38m
New York (United States)13,841 km8,601 mi~ 17h 02m

✈ 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 Benchalak, Thailand is set to Indochina Time (ICT) with a current offset of UTC +07:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Benchalak requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneIndochina Time (ICT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +07:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time11:23 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Benchalak to Major World Cities

It is currently 11:23 PM on Saturday in Benchalak. 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 Benchalak 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 Benchalak
New York (United States)Sat, 12:23 PM11h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 9:23 AM14h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 12:23 PM11h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 5:23 PM6h behind
Paris (France)Sat, 6:23 PM5h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 8:23 PM3h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 12:23 AM1h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 1:23 AM2h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 2:23 AM3h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 4:23 AM5h 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 Benchalak — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Benchalak is the Thai baht (THB), 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
฿ 33.72
THB
€ 1 Euro
฿ 38.36
THB
£ 1 British Pound
฿ 44.91
THB
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
฿ 23.54
THB
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
฿ 23.91
THB

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Benchalak

Knowing which languages are used in Benchalak 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 of Si Sa Ket:
Thai
Official language(s):
Thai

🗣 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 Benchalak. 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
Siao (Si Sa Ket, Thailand)nan minan kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Non Kho (Si Sa Ket, Thailand)9 mi15 kmNNE
⬆️
Kantharalak (Si Sa Ket, Thailand)11 mi17 kmSouth (S)
⬆️
Si Rattana (Si Sa Ket, Thailand)13 mi22 kmWest (W)
⬆️
Nam Kliang (Si Sa Ket, Thailand)14 mi22 kmNW
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Benchalak

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Benchalak is the Great Wall of China (China), about 3,048 km away. Straight-line distances from Benchalak 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), China3,048 km1,894 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India3,078 km1,913 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan7,211 km4,481 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy9,092 km5,650 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico15,813 km9,826 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil16,524 km10,268 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru19,664 km12,219 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

Benchalak shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Si Sa Ket and Thailand. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Si Sa Ket Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Si Sa Ket, including major hub cities.
✈️ Thailand Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Thailand.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Benchalak, Thailand runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type A/B/C/O 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 Benchalak and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Benchalak.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
AType A: Two flat parallel pins
BType B: Two flat parallel pins + round grounding pin
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
OType O: Three round pins in triangle
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🧭 Benchalak's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Benchalak

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Benchalak

Benchalak keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Thailand. 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 Benchalak

The closest airport to Benchalak is Ubon Ratchathani Airport (UBP), about 55 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 Benchalak From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Benchalak

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

🔎 Explore More About Benchalak

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Benchalak

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

Benchalak, like the rest of Thailand, 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 Benchalak use?

Benchalak runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type A/B/C/O 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 Benchalak?

In Benchalak, reach police on 191, ambulance on 1669, fire brigade on 199. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Benchalak?

Ubon Ratchathani Airport (UBP) is the nearest airport to Benchalak, about 55 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Benchalak runs on Indochina Time (UTC +07:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Benchalak?

Benchalak shares the official and regional languages of Si Sa Ket and Thailand — 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 Benchalak?

No — Benchalak uses the Thai baht (THB), symbol ฿. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Benchalak currency page for live rates.