The current local time in Azerbaijan is shown above. Azerbaijan operates on Azerbaijan Time (AZT) with a UTC offset of UTC+4.
Major cities including Baku, Ganja, Sumqayit, and Mingachevir all follow the same national time zone.
Azerbaijan uses a single time zone across the entire country, which helps maintain consistent local time nationwide.
Azerbaijan follows Azerbaijan Time (UTC+4) throughout the year and does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
Quick Facts
- Capital: Baku
- Region: South Caucasus (between Europe and Asia)
- Time Zone: Azerbaijan Time (AZT)
- UTC Offset: UTC+4
- Daylight Saving Time: No
- Population: About 10 million
- Language: Azerbaijani
- Currency: Azerbaijani Manat (AZN)
Time Difference from Major Cities
- Azerbaijan ↔ Sydney: Sydney is usually 6–7 hours ahead, depending on Australian Daylight Saving Time.
- Azerbaijan ↔ New York: New York is usually 8 hours behind Azerbaijan.
- Azerbaijan ↔ London: London is usually 4 hours behind Azerbaijan.
- Azerbaijan ↔ Dubai: Dubai is usually the same time as Azerbaijan.
- Azerbaijan ↔ Tokyo: Tokyo is usually 5 hours ahead of Azerbaijan.
Time differences may vary slightly during Daylight Saving Time transition weeks in other countries.
Daylight Saving Time
Azerbaijan does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The country remains on UTC+4 throughout the year, maintaining a consistent national time.
Best Time to Call Azerbaijan from Abroad
If you are calling Azerbaijan from:
- Australia (Sydney): Best time is 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Sydney time, corresponding to morning in Azerbaijan.
- United Kingdom: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM UK time works well.
- United States (New York): 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST reaches Azerbaijan in the afternoon.
Typical business hours in Azerbaijan are 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Azerbaijan in?
Azerbaijan follows Azerbaijan Time (AZT) which is UTC+4.
Does Azerbaijan observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Azerbaijan stopped observing Daylight Saving Time in 2016.
Is Azerbaijan the same time as Armenia?
Yes. Azerbaijan and Armenia both operate on UTC+4.
Where is Azerbaijan Located?
Azerbaijan is located in the South Caucasus region, between Eastern Europe and Western Asia. It borders Russia to the north, Georgia to the northwest, Armenia to the west, Iran to the south, and the Caspian Sea to the east.
What is Azerbaijan Famous For?
Azerbaijan is known for its blend of modern architecture, ancient history, and unique culture influenced by both Europe and Asia.
Azerbaijan is famous for:
- Baku’s modern skyline and Flame Towers
- The historic Old City of Baku, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- The Caspian Sea coastline
- Ancient fire temples and natural gas flames
- Rich cultural traditions and cuisine
- A mix of modern development and historic landmarks
Because of its location between continents and its rich cultural heritage, Azerbaijan is one of the most fascinating countries in the Caucasus region.
Additional Note
Since Azerbaijan does not observe Daylight Saving Time, international time differences may change when other countries adjust their clocks seasonally.
