Area Code 218

Duluth, Minnesota · CST/CDT (UTC-6) · United States

Area Code
218
City
Duluth, MN
Time Zone
CST/CDT
UTC Offset
UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1954

Where Is Area Code 218?

Northern Minnesota — Duluth, Bemidji, Brainerd

Covers the northern third of Minnesota including the Iron Range.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
DuluthBemidjiBrainerdMoorhead

Time Zone for Area Code 218

Standard Time
CST (UTC-6)
Daylight Time
CDT (UTC-5)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
United States
IANA Zone
America/Chicago

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 218?

Area code 218 is located in Duluth, Minnesota (United States). It covers Northern Minnesota — Duluth, Bemidji, Brainerd.

What time zone is area code 218 in?

Area code 218 (Duluth, Minnesota) is in the CST/CDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-6 and UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 218 a scam?

Area code 218 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Duluth, Minnesota. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (218), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 218 right now?

Area code 218 follows CST/CDT (UTC-6). See the live clock at whattime.city/minneapolis/ for the exact current time in Duluth.

When was area code 218 introduced?

Area code 218 was introduced in 1954. Covers the northern third of Minnesota including the Iron Range.