Estonia flagCurrent Time in Estonia

Check local time in Tallinn and all Estonia cities. Estonia spans 2 time zones.

Estonia Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Tallinn
👥 Population
1.3M
💰 Currency
€ Euro
📞 Phone Code
+372
🗣️ Official Languages
Estonian

🕐Time Zones in Estonia

EET (UTC+2)EEST (UTC+3)

Estonia uses EET (UTC+2) year-round. Tallinn is the capital and largest city.

Estonia observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), known as Summer Time in Europe. Clocks spring forward one hour on the last Sunday of March and fall back on the last Sunday of October. During summer months, Estonia uses EEST (UTC+3).

Major Cities in Estonia (1 cities)

Tallinn
Tallinn
09:20

Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.

📞Best Time to Call Estonia

To call Estonia from the United States, the best time is between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM EST, which corresponds to 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM in Estonia. For UK callers, Estonia is typically 1 hour ahead (or the same time during summer months). Early morning or late afternoon calls work best for most European schedules.

Standard business hours in Estonia are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Standard business hours in Estonia are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.

✈️Time-Related Travel Tips for Estonia

Traveling to Estonia from North America typically involves a 5-9 hour time difference. The jet lag is usually manageable within 1-2 days. European business culture values punctuality, so arrive on time for meetings. Estonia follows the 24-hour clock format in official contexts, though 12-hour format is also common in casual settings.

💡Interesting Facts About Time in Estonia

  • The capital Tallinn is the political center of Estonia with a total national population of 1.3M.
  • Estonia follows Central European Time conventions, making business coordination with other EU countries straightforward.
  • Time zone boundaries don't always follow geographical lines - they're often adjusted for political, economic, or practical reasons.
  • The concept of standardized time zones was developed in the 19th century with the expansion of railways, replacing local solar time.

About Time in Estonia

Estonia uses a single time zone (EET (UTC+2)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

The capital city Tallinn serves as the political and often economic center of Estonia. Major business activities are spread across cities including Tallinn.

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Estonia, it's important to consider the time difference. EET (UTC+2) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Estonia.

Estonia uses the Euro (€) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +372. Multiple languages are spoken, including Estonian.

Cities in Estonia

Explore local time in 1 city across Estonia:

Tallinn

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Estonia

Estonia spans 2 time zones: EET (UTC+2), EEST (UTC+3). The capital Tallinn uses EET (UTC+2).

Estonia observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), known as Summer Time in Europe. Clocks spring forward one hour on the last Sunday of March and fall back on the last Sunday of October. During summer months, Estonia uses EEST (UTC+3).

To call Estonia from the United States, the best time is between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM EST, which corresponds to 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM in Estonia. For UK callers, Estonia is typically 1 hour ahead (or the same time during summer months). Early morning or late afternoon calls work best for most European schedules.

Standard business hours in Estonia are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.

Estonia uses the Euro (€) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +372. Official languages include Estonian.