Albania is a country located in Southeastern Europe, on the Balkan Peninsula along the Adriatic and Ionian Seas.

It is bordered by Montenegro, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Greece. Albania operates on Central European Time (CET) and uses one single time zone across the entire country.

Albania observes daylight saving time, meaning clocks change during the warmer months. The capital city Tirana serves as the main reference for the country’s official time.

Current Time

• Albania follows Central European Time (CET).

• Standard Time: Central European Time (CET)
• UTC Offset: UTC +1

• Daylight Time: Central European Summer Time (CEST)
• UTC Offset: UTC +2

• IANA Time Zone: Europe/Tirane

Quick Facts

• Capital: Tirana
• Continent/Region: Europe (Balkan Peninsula)
• Time Zone: Central European Time (CET)
• Standard Offset: UTC +1
• Daylight Saving Offset: UTC +2
• IANA Time Zone: Europe/Tirane
• International Dialing Code: +355
• Currency: Albanian Lek (ALL)

Time Difference From

• Sydney: Albania is 9 hours behind Sydney
• London: Albania is 1 hour ahead of London
• New York: Albania is 6 hours ahead of New York
• Tokyo: Albania is 8 hours behind Tokyo

Daylight Saving Time

Albania observes Daylight Saving Time (DST).

DST usually begins on the last Sunday in March and ends on the last Sunday in October, when clocks move forward by one hour during the warmer months.

Best Time to Call

• From Australia: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM Sydney time
• From United Kingdom: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM London time
• From United States: 3:00 AM – 11:00 AM New York time

Typical working hours in Albania are 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM local time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time zone does Albania use?
Albania uses Central European Time (CET).

Does Albania observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Albania switches between CET (UTC+1) and CEST (UTC+2).

Does Albania have multiple time zones?
No. Albania uses one time zone nationwide.

What is the IANA time zone for Albania?
The official time zone identifier is Europe/Tirane.

Where Is Located

Albania is located in Southeastern Europe on the Balkan Peninsula, bordered by:

• Montenegro to the northwest
• Kosovo to the northeast
• North Macedonia to the east
• Greece to the south
• Adriatic and Ionian Seas to the west

What Is Famous For

Albania is famous for:

• Beautiful Mediterranean beaches along the Albanian Riviera
• Historic cities such as Berat and Gjirokastër, UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• Ancient ruins and Ottoman-era architecture
• Dramatic mountain landscapes and national parks
• Rich Balkan culture and traditions

Additional Note

Albania follows Central European Time and observes daylight saving time, aligning its clock changes with most European countries, which helps maintain consistency for travel and business across Europe.