How to Call Honduras from USA
How to Call a Landline in Honduras
Calling a Honduran landline from the United States (USA) uses a straightforward format. Honduras uses a closed numbering plan, meaning there are no separate area codes to dial after the country code.
- Dial the US exit code: 011
- Dial Honduras's country code: 504
- Dial the 8-digit Honduran phone number. Landline numbers always start with the digit 2.
For example, to call a landline number in Tegucigalpa like 2234 5678, you would dial: 011 504 2234 5678.
The complete dialed number will have the format: 011 + 504 + 2xxx xxxx.
Dialing a Honduras landline:
How to Call a Mobile Phone in Honduras
Calling a Honduran mobile phone from the United States (USA) also follows a simple format, integrating the mobile prefix into the 8-digit number.
- Dial the US exit code: 011
- Dial Honduras's country code: 504
- Dial the 8-digit Honduran mobile number. Mobile numbers typically start with the digit 3, 7, 8, or 9.
For example, to call a mobile number like 9876 5432, you would dial: 011 504 9876 5432 from the USA.
The complete dialed number will have the format: 011 + 504 + [3, 7, 8, or 9]xxx xxxx.
Dialing a Honduras mobile:
Honduras Phone Numbers (No Area Codes)
Honduras follows a closed numbering plan. This means that after dialing the country code (504), you dial the complete 8-digit national phone number directly. There are no separate regional area codes like in the USA or Canada.
The first digit of the 8-digit number indicates whether it's a landline or a mobile phone:
| First Digit of 8-Digit Number | Type of Phone |
|---|---|
| 2 | Landline (Fixed Line) |
| 3, 7, 8, 9 | Mobile Phone |
So, when calling from the USA, you only need to know the full 8-digit Honduran number.
Mobile Phone Networks in Honduras
Mobile phone usage is widespread in Honduras. The primary mobile network operators are Tigo (Millicom) and Claro (América Móvil).
As mentioned, Honduran mobile numbers are 8 digits long and typically start with 3, 7, 8, or 9. These initial digits function as the mobile prefixes but are dialed as part of the complete 8-digit number.
The dialing format from the USA is: 011 + 504 + [3, 7, 8, or 9]xxx xxxx.
Number portability is available, meaning a number originally assigned to one carrier might now be served by another.
Time Difference in Honduras
Honduras is located in the Central Time Zone and observes UTC-6 year-round.
Importantly, Honduras does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST).
The time difference between Honduras and the United States (USA) varies depending on whether the US is on standard time or DST (roughly mid-March to early November):
US Eastern Time (ET): Honduras is 1 hour behind EST (US Standard Time) and 2 hours behind EDT (US DST).
(Example: 1 PM EST is 12 PM in Honduras; 1 PM EDT is 11 AM in Honduras)
US Central Time (CT): Honduras is the same time as CST (US Standard Time) and 1 hour behind CDT (US DST).
(Example: 1 PM CST is 1 PM in Honduras; 1 PM CDT is 12 PM in Honduras)
US Mountain Time (MT): Honduras is 1 hour ahead of MST (US Standard Time) and the same time as MDT (US DST).
(Example: 1 PM MST is 2 PM in Honduras; 1 PM MDT is 1 PM in Honduras)
US Pacific Time (PT): Honduras is 2 hours ahead of PST (US Standard Time) and 1 hour ahead of PDT (US DST).
(Example: 1 PM PST is 3 PM in Honduras; 1 PM PDT is 2 PM in Honduras)
Always double-check the current time difference, especially during the transition periods for US DST (March and November), before making your call.
Honduras's Phone System
Honduras has a developing telecommunications infrastructure. Mobile phone penetration is significantly higher than fixed-line penetration, with Tigo and Claro being the dominant mobile service providers. Coverage is generally good in urban areas and along major highways but can be less reliable in rural or remote mountainous regions. Fixed-line services, primarily offered by the state-owned Hondutel, are less common for residential use compared to mobile services. Internet access is growing, particularly mobile internet, facilitating the use of VoIP and messaging apps.
Best Times to Call Honduras
Considering the time difference, planning your call to Honduras from the USA is beneficial.
Typical business hours in Honduras are Monday to Friday, roughly 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time (UTC-6), often with a lunch break between 12 PM and 1 PM or 1 PM and 2 PM.
Good calling windows from the USA are generally:
- From US East Coast (ET): Call between 10 AM and 5 PM ET (9 AM - 4 PM Honduras time during EST / 8 AM - 3 PM Honduras time during EDT).
- From US Central Time (CT): Call between 9 AM and 5 PM CT (aligns well with Honduras time, adjusting for the 1-hour difference during CDT).
- From US West Coast (PT): Call between 7 AM and 3 PM PT (9 AM - 5 PM Honduras time during PST / 8 AM - 4 PM Honduras time during PDT).
The best overlap for business calls is often the US late morning and early afternoon.
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