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: Tarawa uses the AUD ($) and Tijuana uses the MXN ($). Language shifts too — English in Tarawa, Spanish in Tijuana. Be careful behind the wheel: Tarawa drives on the left, Tijuana on the right.
- Country
- Kiribati
- Capital
- South Tarawa
- Currency
- Australian dollar (AUD · $)
- Language
- English, Gilbertese
- Calling code
- +686
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- Mexico
- Capital
- Mexico City
- Currency
- Mexican peso (MXN · $)
- Language
- Spanish
- Calling code
- +52
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Tarawa and Tijuana?
Tarawa is 19 hours behind Tijuana. Tarawa runs on GMT+12 and Tijuana on GMT-7. 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?
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 Tarawa from Tijuana?
About 8,053 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 9h 58m, 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 Tarawa and Tijuana use?
Tarawa uses the Australian dollar (AUD, $); Tijuana uses the Mexican peso (MXN, $). 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 Tarawa from Tijuana?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +686, 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 Tarawa and Tijuana?
Tarawa primarily speaks English, Gilbertese; Tijuana speaks Spanish. English is widely used in business contexts in major cities of both, but written contracts may need translation.
Do Tarawa and Tijuana drive on the same side of the road?
No. Kiribati drives on the left, Mexico 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.