About Istanbul Time
Istanbul, and all of Turkey, operates on Turkey Time (TRT). This timezone is consistent throughout the year as Turkey permanently switched to UTC+3 in 2016, abolishing seasonal Daylight Saving Time. Turkey Time is 3 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+3). This single, unified time zone ensures consistency for the country's transcontinental hub.
🌍 Timezone
Europe/Istanbul (TRT)
UTC+3 (Year-round)
Standard time only
☀️ Daylight Saving Time
Turkey does not observe DST
The time remains constant all year
No clock changes since 2016
📍 Location
Latitude: 41.0082° N
Longitude: 28.9784° E
Largest city in Turkey
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Time in Istanbul vs Major Cities
As a city that straddles two continents and serves as a major hub for global travel and commerce, knowing the local time in Istanbul is vital. Here is a comparison of Istanbul time (TRT) with other major world cities:
Time Differences from Istanbul
New York: -8 hours (during EST) / -7 hours (during EDT)
Los Angeles: -11 hours (during PST) / -10 hours (during PDT)
London: -3 hours (during GMT) / -2 hours (during BST)
Paris: -2 hours (during CET) / -1 hour (during CEST)
Tokyo: +6 hours
Practical Time Information
Istanbul is a city rich in history, from the Byzantine marvel of Hagia Sophia to the Ottoman splendor of the Topkapi Palace. Understanding the local time is essential for navigating its bustling Grand Bazaar, taking a ferry across the Bosphorus strait, or attending business meetings in this vital economic center.
Daylight hours in Istanbul vary notably with the seasons. In summer, the sun can rise as early as 5:30 AM and set around 8:40 PM. In the heart of winter, sunrise is typically around 8:20 AM, with sunset occurring as early as 5:45 PM.
Time in Major Cities
Compare Istanbul time with major cities around the world. All times are synchronized and updated in real-time.