Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
If it's this in Kolkata, it's that in Pago Pago.
When it's 8:00 am in Kolkata, it's 3:30 pm in Pago Pago — afternoon there, the previous day.
When it's 10:00 am in Kolkata, it's 5:30 pm in Pago Pago — afternoon there, the previous day.
When it's 12:00 pm in Kolkata, it's 7:30 pm in Pago Pago — evening there, the previous day.
When it's 3:00 pm in Kolkata, it's 10:30 pm in Pago Pago — night there, the previous day.
When it's 5:00 pm in Kolkata, it's 12:30 am in Pago Pago — late night there, the same day.
When it's 9:00 pm in Kolkata, it's 4:30 am in Pago Pago — late night there, the same day.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Kolkata uses the INR (₹) and Pago Pago uses the USD ($). Conversations can stay in English, which is official in both countries. Be careful behind the wheel: Kolkata drives on the left, Pago Pago on the right.
- Country
- India
- Capital
- New Delhi
- Currency
- Indian rupee (INR · ₹)
- Language
- English, Hindi, Tamil
- Calling code
- +91
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- American Samoa
- Capital
- Pago Pago
- Currency
- United States dollar (USD · $)
- Language
- English, Samoan
- Calling code
- +1684
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Kolkata and Pago Pago?
Kolkata is 16.5 hours behind Pago Pago. Kolkata runs on GMT+5:30 and Pago Pago on GMT-11. 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 Pago Pago?
10:00 am in Kolkata is 5:30 pm in Pago Pago the previous day — afternoon 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 Pago Pago?
3:00 pm in Kolkata is 10:30 pm in Pago Pago the previous day — night 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 1 hour 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 Pago Pago?
About 11,712 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 14h 17m, 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 Pago Pago use?
Kolkata uses the Indian rupee (INR, ₹); Pago Pago 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 Kolkata from Pago Pago?
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 Pago Pago?
Both India and American Samoa count English among their official languages, so business meetings often skip translation. Kolkata also has Hindi, Tamil; Pago Pago adds Samoan.
Do Kolkata and Pago Pago drive on the same side of the road?
No. India drives on the left, American Samoa 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.