When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
If it's this in Kolkata, it's that in Lagos.
When it's 8:00 am in Kolkata, it's 3:30 am in Lagos — late night there, the same day.
When it's 10:00 am in Kolkata, it's 5:30 am in Lagos — morning there, the same day.
When it's 12:00 pm in Kolkata, it's 7:30 am in Lagos — morning there, the same day.
When it's 3:00 pm in Kolkata, it's 10:30 am in Lagos — late morning there, the same day.
When it's 5:00 pm in Kolkata, it's 12:30 pm in Lagos — midday there, the same day.
When it's 9:00 pm in Kolkata, it's 4:30 pm in Lagos — afternoon there, the same day.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Kolkata uses the INR (₹) and Lagos uses the NGN (₦). Conversations can stay in English, which is official in both countries. Be careful behind the wheel: Kolkata drives on the left, Lagos on the right.
- Country
- India
- Capital
- New Delhi
- Currency
- Indian rupee (INR · ₹)
- Language
- English, Hindi, Tamil
- Calling code
- +91
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- Nigeria
- Capital
- Abuja
- Currency
- Nigerian naira (NGN · ₦)
- Language
- English
- Calling code
- +234
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Kolkata and Lagos?
Kolkata is 4.5 hours behind Lagos. Kolkata runs on GMT+5:30 and Lagos on GMT+1. 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 it's 10 am in Kolkata, what time is it in Lagos?
10:00 am in Kolkata is 5:30 am in Lagos on the same day — morning there. The same shift applies to any hour; the quick-conversion cards and the 24-hour table above cover the full day.
When it's 3 pm in Kolkata, what time is it in Lagos?
3:00 pm in Kolkata is 10:30 am in Lagos on the same day — late morning there. The same shift applies to any hour; the quick-conversion cards and the 24-hour table above cover the full day.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
There are 3 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 Kolkata from Lagos?
About 9,217 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 11h 21m, 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 Kolkata and Lagos use?
Kolkata uses the Indian rupee (INR, ₹); Lagos uses the Nigerian naira (NGN, ₦). 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 Kolkata from Lagos?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +91, 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 Kolkata and Lagos?
Both India and Nigeria count English among their official languages, so business meetings often skip translation. Kolkata also has Hindi, Tamil; Lagos adds no other official tongue.
Do Kolkata and Lagos drive on the same side of the road?
No. India drives on the left, Nigeria 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.