Apia×Copenhagen
Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Apia uses the WST (T) and Copenhagen uses the DKK (kr). Language shifts too — English in Apia, Danish in Copenhagen. Be careful behind the wheel: Apia drives on the left, Copenhagen on the right.
- Country
- Samoa
- Capital
- Apia
- Currency
- Samoan tālā (WST · T)
- Language
- English, Samoan
- Calling code
- +685
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- Denmark
- Capital
- Copenhagen
- Currency
- Danish krone (DKK · kr)
- Language
- Danish
- Calling code
- +45
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Apia and Copenhagen?
Apia is 11 hours behind Copenhagen. Apia runs on GMT+13 and Copenhagen on GMT+2. The gap can shift by an hour when either side enters or leaves daylight saving — the live clocks above always reflect the current offset.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
Standard 09:00–17:00 workdays don't intersect. Most teams compromise with one side meeting early (before 09:00) or late (after 17:00).
Does daylight saving time change the difference?
Yes, if either city observes DST. When one side shifts and the other doesn't, the gap changes by one hour. The DST badges under each clock show whether each zone is currently shifted and when the next transition lands.
How far is Apia from Copenhagen?
About 15,349 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 18h 33m, not counting airport time, winds, or routing around restricted airspace.
Can I send this meeting time as a calendar invite?
Yes. Pick a time on the slider above, open the meeting card, customize the title and duration, then download the .ics file. It imports cleanly into Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar with the correct timezone attached.
What currency do Apia and Copenhagen use?
Apia uses the Samoan tālā (WST, T); Copenhagen uses the Danish krone (DKK, kr). Check the live rate before transferring money or paying with a card abroad — most banks add a 1–3 % FX margin on top of the mid-market rate.
How do I call Apia from Copenhagen?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +685, then the local number — drop any leading zero of the city or mobile code. For free calls, WhatsApp, Signal, and FaceTime work over Wi-Fi regardless of country code.
What language is spoken in Apia and Copenhagen?
Apia primarily speaks English, Samoan; Copenhagen speaks Danish. English is widely used in business contexts in major cities of both, but written contracts may need translation.
Do Apia and Copenhagen drive on the same side of the road?
No. Samoa drives on the left, Denmark on the right. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.