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: Kingston uses the JMD ($) and Quito uses the USD ($). Language shifts too — English in Kingston, Spanish in Quito. Be careful behind the wheel: Kingston drives on the left, Quito on the right.
- Country
- Jamaica
- Capital
- Kingston
- Currency
- Jamaican dollar (JMD · $)
- Language
- English, Jamaican Patois
- Calling code
- +1
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- Ecuador
- Capital
- Quito
- Currency
- United States dollar (USD · $)
- Language
- Spanish
- Calling code
- +593
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Kingston and Quito?
Kingston and Quito share the same offset (GMT-5), so there's no difference right now.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
There are 8 hours where both cities are inside a 09:00–17:00 workday. Aim for the middle of that window so neither side is starting or closing out.
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 Kingston from Quito?
About 2,030 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 2h 53m, 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 Kingston and Quito use?
Kingston uses the Jamaican dollar (JMD, $); Quito uses the United States dollar (USD, $). 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 Kingston from Quito?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +1, 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 Kingston and Quito?
Kingston primarily speaks English, Jamaican Patois; Quito speaks Spanish. English is widely used in business contexts in major cities of both, but written contracts may need translation.
Do Kingston and Quito drive on the same side of the road?
No. Jamaica drives on the left, Ecuador 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.