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: Macau uses the MOP (P) and Irkutsk uses the RUB (₽). Language shifts too — Portuguese in Macau, Russian in Irkutsk. Be careful behind the wheel: Macau drives on the left, Irkutsk on the right.
- Country
- Macau
- Capital
- —
- Currency
- Macanese pataca (MOP · P)
- Language
- Portuguese, Chinese
- Calling code
- +853
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- Russia
- Capital
- Moscow
- Currency
- Russian ruble (RUB · ₽)
- Language
- Russian
- Calling code
- +7
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Macau and Irkutsk?
Macau and Irkutsk share the same offset (GMT+8), 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 Macau from Irkutsk?
About 3,438 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 4h 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 Macau and Irkutsk use?
Macau uses the Macanese pataca (MOP, P); Irkutsk uses the Russian ruble (RUB, ₽). 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 Macau from Irkutsk?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +853, 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 Macau and Irkutsk?
Macau primarily speaks Portuguese, Chinese; Irkutsk speaks Russian. English is widely used in business contexts in major cities of both, but written contracts may need translation.
Do Macau and Irkutsk drive on the same side of the road?
No. Macau drives on the left, Russia 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.