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Current Local Time in Butuan, Philippines

A few alternate names for Butuan are: BXU, Butuan, Butuan City, Butuan Lakanbalen, Butuanas, City of Butuan, Dakbayan sa Butuan, Kota Butuan, Lungsod ng Butuan, Syudad nin Butuan

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What time is it in Butuan right now?

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General Information about Butuan

  • Official Name: Philippines
  • Common Name: Philippines
  • Population: 309709
  • Timezone: Asia/Manila
  • Coordinates: 8.94917, 125.54361
  • Country Code: PHL
  • Continent: Asia

Closest Airports to Butuan

  • 1. Bancasi Airport (BXU), distance from city center: 7.12 km
  • 2. Tandag Airport (TDG), distance from city center: 70.24 km
  • 3. Surigao Airport (SUG), distance from city center: 89.96 km

Location of Butuan

Philippines Country Details

  • Country: Philippines
  • Official Name: Republic of the Philippines
  • Capital: Manila
  • Region: Asia
  • Subregion: South-Eastern Asia
  • Population: 114,123,600
  • Area: 342,353 km²
  • Languages: English, Filipino
  • Currency: Philippine peso (₱)
  • Timezones: UTC+08:00
  • Flag: Flag of {countryDetailsInfoJson[0].name.common}

Holidays in Butuan, Philippines

Planning a short trip? Check out the Long Weekends Calendar in Philippines for 2026

  • Bagong Taon - 2026-01-01
  • Chinese New Year - 2026-01-29
  • Biyernes Santo - 2026-04-03
  • Sabado de Gloria - 2026-04-04
  • Araw ng Kagitingan - 2026-04-09
  • Huwebes Santo - 2026-04-17
  • Araw ng Paggawa - 2026-05-01
  • Araw ng Kalayaan - 2026-06-12
  • Araw ng Kamatayan ni Senador Benigno Simeon "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. - 2026-08-21
  • Araw ng mga Bayani - 2026-08-31
  • All Saints' Day Eve - 2026-10-31
  • Araw ng mga Santo - 2026-11-01
  • Araw ni Gat Andres Bonifacio - 2026-11-30
  • Kapistahan ng Immaculada Concepcion - 2026-12-08
  • Christmas Eve - 2026-12-24
  • Araw ng Pasko - 2026-12-25
  • Araw ng Kamatayan ni Dr. Jose Rizal - 2026-12-30
  • Huling Araw ng Taon - 2026-12-31

Why Accurate Local Time in Butuan Matters

Knowing the exact local time in Butuan is essential in a world where business, travel, and communication cross borders daily. From coordinating international meetings to planning airport arrivals, even a one-hour mismatch can lead to missed opportunities or costly delays.

Butuan operates within the Asia/Manila time zone, aligned with Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). This alignment ensures compatibility with global financial markets, airline schedules, and digital systems that depend on precise, standardized timekeeping.

Geography, Population, and Daily Rhythm

Located at 8.94917° latitude and 125.54361° longitude, Butuan follows a solar cycle shaped by its geographic position. While official clock time is defined administratively, daylight patterns influence work schedules, commuting hours, and local routines.

With a population of approximately 309,709, the city’s peak activity hours typically align with standard business times, making accurate time awareness especially important for commerce and services.

Daylight Saving Time: What You Need to Know

Butuan does not observe Daylight Saving Time, providing consistent clock time throughout the year.

Travel, Logistics, and Arrival Planning

For travelers, understanding local time begins the moment you land. Flight schedules, hotel check-ins, and ground transportation all depend on accurate synchronization with the city’s clock.

Airports & Transfers

Nearby airports serve as the main gateways to Butuan. Knowing the local time on arrival helps reduce jet lag and ensures smoother transfers to the city center.

Public Holidays

Public holidays in Philippines may affect business hours, transport availability, and government services.

Moon Phases & Timing

Lunar cycles influence cultural events, photography conditions, and maritime activities in and around Butuan.

Using Our City Time Tool Effectively

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We combine real-time clocks, DST schedules, geographic data, and holiday calendars into one reliable reference point for professionals, travelers, and remote teams.

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Business, Remote Work, and Global Coordination

For businesses working across borders, understanding time differences is essential for collaboration. Bookmarking this page ensures your team always operates on the correct local time for partners in Philippines.

In summary, local time in Butuan reflects a combination of international standards, geography, and legislation. Our goal is to make that complexity simple — accurate, accessible, and always up to date.

Frequently Asked Questions about Butuan

What is the current local time in Butuan, Philippines?

The current local time in Butuan is determined by the Asia/Manila time zone. You can view the live, synchronized atomic clock at the top of this page for the exact hour, minute, and second.

Does Butuan use Daylight Saving Time?

No, Butuan stays on standard time throughout the year and does not currently observe Daylight Saving Time changes.

How many hours ahead or behind is Butuan?

Butuan operates on the Asia/Manila zone. To calculate the difference from your location, compare the UTC offset shown on our live clock to your own local offset.

What is the best time to call someone in Butuan?

When planning a call to Butuan, keep in mind that the city is currently in the Asia/Manila time zone. We recommend scheduling calls between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM local Butuan time for business communications.

What are the closest airports to Butuan?

Butuan is accessible via several nearby airports, including Bancasi Airport (BXU), which is approximately 7.1 km from the city center.