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East Africa Time (EAT) · UTC+3
About Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa is the capital of Ethiopia and the headquarters of the African Union and the UN Economic Commission for Africa, which makes it one of Africa's most important diplomatic centres. Its airport is the hub of Ethiopian Airlines, a major connecting point for flights across the continent, and the city is also known for its coffee culture.
The city follows East Africa Time, UTC+3, all year, matching Nairobi. Visitors should be aware that many Ethiopians use a traditional way of telling time in which the day's hours are counted from dawn, so 7am on an international clock is often expressed locally as 1 o'clock. Ethiopia also uses its own calendar, so it helps to confirm both time and date for appointments.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Addis Ababa in?
Addis Ababa is in the East Africa Time time zone (EAT), which is UTC+3.
Does Addis Ababa observe daylight saving time?
No. Addis Ababa does not use daylight saving time, so the clocks stay on UTC+3 all year.
What is the time difference between Addis Ababa and UTC?
Addis Ababa is currently UTC+3.
What is the dialling code for Addis Ababa?
The international dialling code for Addis Ababa is +251.
When is the best time to call Addis Ababa from London?
Working hours (9:00–17:00) overlap from 09:00 to 14:00 in London, which is 12:00 to 17:00 in Addis Ababa.