Current Time in Turkey
Turkey uses Türkiye Time all year.
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Saturday, September 19, 2026
TRTUTC+3
Turkey time zone
IANA time zone: Europe/Istanbul.
Major cities in Turkey
Time Difference
| Compared with | Local time | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey to New York | -7 hours | |
| Turkey to London | -2 hours | |
| Turkey to Dubai | +1 hour | |
| Turkey to New Delhi | +2 hours 30 minutes | |
| Turkey to Tokyo | +6 hours |
Positive values mean the other city is ahead. Differences update automatically when daylight saving time changes.
Time in Turkey: FAQs
What time zone is Turkey in?
Turkey uses Türkiye Time (TRT, UTC+3) all year.
Does Turkey observe daylight saving time?
No. Turkey does not change its clocks for daylight saving time, so its time difference with places that do (such as the United States and most of Europe) changes twice a year.
What is the time difference between Turkey and New York?
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, New York is 7 hours behind Turkey. The difference can change when either place switches to or from daylight saving time.
What time is it in Ankara, the capital?
Ankara is on Türkiye Time, currently TRT (UTC+3). The live time is shown at the top of this page and on the Ankara page.