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Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

5 Jan 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current time in Istanbul, Turkey?

Istanbul operates on Turkey Time (TRT), which is UTC+3. To find the current time in Istanbul, add 3 hours to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Turkey does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the time remains consistent throughout the year.

Does Istanbul, Turkey observe Daylight Saving Time?

No, Istanbul and the rest of Turkey do not observe Daylight Saving Time. The country stays on Turkey Time (TRT), which is UTC+3, throughout the year.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and major world cities?

London (GMT/BST): Istanbul is 3 hours ahead of London when the UK is on GMT (winter), and 2 hours ahead when the UK is on BST (summer).

New York (EST/EDT): Istanbul is 8 hours ahead of New York when NY is on EST (winter), and 7 hours ahead when NY is on EDT (summer).

Tokyo (JST): Istanbul is 6 hours behind Tokyo, as Japan Standard Time is UTC+9.

What are other major cities in Turkey?

Turkey's major cities include Ankara (the capital), Izmir, Bursa, Antalya, Adana, Gaziantep, and Konya. Istanbul is the largest city and spans Europe and Asia.

What is Istanbul, Turkey known for?

Istanbul is known as a transcontinental city spanning Europe and Asia, famous for the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus Strait, and as a major cultural and historical center. The city was formerly known as Constantinople and Byzantium, and its historic areas are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.