Current Time in Istanbul
Live Istanbul time with automatic updates
About Istanbul Time
Istanbul follows the Europe/Istanbul time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Istanbul.
Time Zone Information
The time shown is based on Istanbul's official time zone (Europe/Istanbul), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Istanbul is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Istanbul is crucial for:
- •Scheduling international business meetings and conference calls
- •Planning travel arrangements and flight bookings
- •Coordinating with remote teams and global partners
- •Managing import/export operations and shipping schedules
🏢 Local Business Hours
Standard business hours in Istanbul:
- •Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- •Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (some businesses)
- •Sunday: Most businesses closed
Note: Friday prayers (12-2 PM) important. Bazaars and shops often open later
Istanbul Landmarks & Business
🏛️ Famous Landmarks
- •Hagia Sophia
- •Blue Mosque
- •Topkapi Palace
- •Grand Bazaar
- •Bosphorus Bridge
💼 Major Companies
- •Turkish Airlines
- •Koç Holding
- •Sabancı Holding
- •Turkcell
- •Garanti Bank
- •Akbank
Business Culture & Communication
🤝 Cultural Notes
Punctuality:
Important for business but flexible socially. Traffic can cause delays.
Business Etiquette:
Respectful and formal initially. Tea (çay) always offered. Remove shoes in some offices.
📞 Best Times to Call
From US Eastern:
2:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST (10 AM - 7 PM Istanbul)
From Europe:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CET (10 AM - 7 PM Istanbul)
From Asia:
3:00 PM - 12:00 AM JST (9 AM - 6 PM Istanbul)
Major Public Holidays
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Istanbul:
🎉Ramadan Bayram (Eid al-Fitr)
3-day religious holiday
Typically: Varies by lunar calendar
🎉Kurban Bayram (Eid al-Adha)
4-day religious holiday
Typically: Varies by lunar calendar
🎉Republic Day
National holiday
Typically: October 29
🎉Victory Day
National holiday
Typically: August 30
Time Zone Facts
DST Status
Currently observing DST
UTC Offset
+00:00 from UTC
Coverage
Multiple cities in the region
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Using the Istanbul World Clock
Our Istanbul world clock is a reliable tool for checking the current local time. Whether you're scheduling international meetings, coordinating with remote teams, or planning travel, this tool provides accurate, real-time information about the current time in Istanbul.