Area Code 865

Knoxville, Tennessee · EST/EDT (UTC-5) · United States

Area Code
865
City
Knoxville, TN
Time Zone
EST/EDT
UTC Offset
UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1999

Where Is Area Code 865?

Knoxville, Maryville, Oak Ridge — eastern Tennessee

Gateway to Great Smoky Mountains. University of Tennessee. Dollywood nearby.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
KnoxvilleMaryvilleOak RidgeSevierville

Time Zone for Area Code 865

Standard Time
EST (UTC-5)
Daylight Time
EDT (UTC-4)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
United States
IANA Zone
America/New_York

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 865?

Area code 865 is located in Knoxville, Tennessee (United States). It covers Knoxville, Maryville, Oak Ridge — eastern Tennessee.

What time zone is area code 865 in?

Area code 865 (Knoxville, Tennessee) is in the EST/EDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-5 and UTC-4 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 865 a scam?

Area code 865 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Knoxville, Tennessee. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (865), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 865 right now?

Area code 865 follows EST/EDT (UTC-5). See the live clock at whattime.city/nashville/ for the exact current time in Knoxville.

When was area code 865 introduced?

Area code 865 was introduced in 1999. Gateway to Great Smoky Mountains. University of Tennessee. Dollywood nearby.