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Current Date And Time In Songkhla, Thailand

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
15:31:28 ICT
Capital: Songkhla
Currency: Thai Baht (THB)
Timezone: UTC +07:00 (ICT)
Population: 1,431,000
Area: 7,393.89 km²
State Code: SO

✈️ Songkhla, Thailand - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Songkhla, 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 Songkhla.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Thailand, which includes Songkhla, 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 Songkhla.

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 Songkhla. 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 Songkhla.

🚔
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 Songkhla for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Songkhla
Regional Airport • SGZ
Songkhla Airport
1
km away

📍 "Nearest to Songkhla" is measured from the state's approximate geographic center, not any specific city — for the exact airport nearest a particular town, check that city's own page; the Songkhla entry above is measured from the capital's exact coordinates.

✈️ How Far Is Songkhla From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Songkhla 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)741 km460 mi~ 1h 37m
Tokyo (Japan)5,078 km3,155 mi~ 6h 43m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)5,205 km3,234 mi~ 6h 52m
Sydney (Australia)7,013 km4,357 mi~ 9h
Auckland (New Zealand)9,103 km5,656 mi~ 11h 28m
Paris (France)10,003 km6,216 mi~ 12h 31m
London (United Kingdom)10,115 km6,285 mi~ 12h 39m
Los Angeles (United States)13,873 km8,620 mi~ 17h 04m
Toronto (Canada)14,362 km8,924 mi~ 17h 39m
New York (United States)14,660 km9,109 mi~ 18h

✈ 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. Distances use Songkhla's approximate geographic centre.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Songkhla, 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 Songkhla 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 Time3:31 PM on Wednesday, August 12, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Songkhla to Major World Cities

It is currently 3:31 PM on Wednesday in Songkhla. 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 Songkhla 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 Songkhla
New York (United States)Wed, 4:31 AM11h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Wed, 1:31 AM14h behind
Toronto (Canada)Wed, 4:31 AM11h behind
London (United Kingdom)Wed, 9:31 AM6h behind
Paris (France)Wed, 10:31 AM5h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Wed, 12:31 PM3h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Wed, 4:31 PM1h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Wed, 5:31 PM2h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Wed, 6:31 PM3h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Wed, 8:31 PM5h 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 Songkhla — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Songkhla 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
฿ 33.08
THB
€ 1 Euro
฿ 38.16
THB
£ 1 British Pound
฿ 44.68
THB
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
฿ 23.35
THB
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
฿ 23.75
THB

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed August 12, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Songkhla

Knowing which languages are used in Songkhla 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 Songkhla:
Thai
Official language(s):
Thai

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Adjacent States Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for neighbor states and regions closest to Songkhla. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan interstate routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Neighbor RegionDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Phatthalung (Thailand)46 mi74 kmNW
⬆️
Pattani (Thailand)50 mi81 kmESE
⬆️
Perlis (Malaysia)53 mi86 kmSSW
⬆️
Satun (Thailand)54 mi86 kmSW
⬆️
Yala (Thailand)65 mi105 kmSE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Songkhla

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Songkhla is the Taj Mahal (India), about 3,255 km away. Straight-line distances from Songkhla 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, India3,255 km2,023 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China3,994 km2,482 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan7,225 km4,489 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy9,318 km5,790 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil15,770 km9,799 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico16,758 km10,413 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru19,013 km11,814 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.

🏙️ Major Travel Hubs & Cities

The top 5 largest municipalities and urban transit hubs in Songkhla by population. Listed with precise coordinates and population parameters. Direct links point to city directories containing localized map, geographic coordinates and neighborhood reference datasets.

City / Transit HubTotal PopulationLatitudeLongitude
Hat Yai191,6967.0084° N100.4767° E
Ban Mai86,8997.2041° N100.5451° E
Songkhla61,7587.1988° N100.5951° E
Sadao46,2366.6388° N100.4234° E
Ranot19,7807.7777° N100.3213° E

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

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
🏝 Songkhla State Symbols
Official Seal
Emblem
Official Seal
States By Alphabets

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✈️ Complete Travel Intelligence Guide for Songkhla, Thailand

⚡ Electrical Infrastructure Compatibility

Before plugging in personal devices or shipping electronics to Songkhla, confirm the local voltage and power plug standard on our Thailand travel standards guide. Using the wrong voltage can instantly destroy your hardware, leading to costly and time-consuming replacements. Always carry a reliable multi-region adapter and a compatible voltage converter if your gear doesn't match local specs. Aligning your equipment with the power supply in Songkhla protects your assets from damage and keeps your projects moving.

🚨 Regional Emergency Contact Procedures

Keep the local police, ambulance and fire brigade contact numbers for Thailand saved in your phone before your arrival in Songkhla from our Thailand emergency directory. Emergency services need the correct local line to provide help without delay, as using the wrong number wastes precious time. Business travelers, expats and on-ground field staff should ensure their team has these vital emergency details accessible on the Songkhla profile overview to support safety protocols and incident management.

🚗 Road Safety, Driving Laws & Vehicle Protocols

Road traffic in Songkhla operates under Thailand's national road rules, including designated driving sides, speed restrictions and local sign systems. Arriving from a region with opposite traffic patterns requires immediate adjustment. If you are hiring a vehicle, overseeing commercial fleets or coordinating last-mile logistics in Songkhla, you must review local driving laws to ensure your team remains compliant and safe, reducing accident risks by planning routing across neighboring regions of Songkhla.

✈️ Getting to and Around Songkhla

Reaching Songkhla and moving within it requires knowing the local transport links — road access, rail connections and nearby airports all affect arrival time, freight schedules and last-mile delivery windows. Explore the Songkhla interactive map for precise geographical boundaries and routing. Planning transit routes through Songkhla's major cities in advance helps avoid delays and keeps commercial shipments and personal travel on schedule.

📞 Staying Connected in Songkhla

Reliable communication in Songkhla starts with knowing the correct dialing format and checking local SIM card availability. The country calling code +66 is required for all inbound calls — read the Thailand calling code guide. Data roaming rates vary by carrier — checking local telecom options on the main Thailand directory before arrival ensures remote staff stay reachable for real-time coordination.

💼 Running Business Operations in Songkhla

Setting up operations in Songkhla means aligning your systems with the region's official time zone configurations, international dialing format and internet domain extensions like .Thailand's official TLD. Supply chain platforms, dispatch tools, CRM software and communication systems all rely on correct regional settings. Configuring these before deploying teams or launching a regional hub in Songkhla prevents scheduling errors, routing failures and miscommunication.

📋 How to Use This Travel Intelligence Page

⚡ Before You Travel:Find the plug type and voltage for Songkhla on our Thailand travel standards directory — order the right adapter before you leave. Store emergency numbers on your phone now. If you plan to drive, hire a car or run a vehicle fleet in Songkhla, check road traffic direction in advance.
📊 Market Research Use:Use Songkhla's time zone, calling code and currency and exchange rates page to assess regional market fit, support location intelligence and back strategic decisions on commerce and regional expansion on the state profile overview.
🌍 Operational Planning:Operations teams use the country calling code, time zone and internet domain details from this page to configure VoIP systems, scheduling tools and delivery platforms for reliable cross-border performance in Songkhla.

🔎 Related State & Country Tools

🗺 Songkhla MapView the Songkhla satellite map with precise GPS coordinates for location intelligence.
🏙️ Cities in SongkhlaExplore cities and towns in Songkhla for demographic facts and market research.
💰 Currency of SongkhlaCheck the official currency and exchange rates in Songkhla for business planning.