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How to Call Solomon Islands from the United States

Country code +677 — Dial 011 677 74 XXXXX from a US landline or +677 74 XXXXX from a mobile phone.

+677
Solomon Islands Country Code

What to Dial

  1. 1Dial 011 from a US landline, or + from a mobile (hold the 0 key).
  2. 2Dial 677, the country code of the Solomon Islands.
  3. 3Dial the number: 5 or 7 digits for mobiles and 5 for landlines, exactly as written: Solomon Islands has no leading 0 to drop.
Calling a… Written in Solomon Islands From a US landline From a cell phone
Mobile 74 XXXXX 011 677 74 XXXXX +677 74 XXXXX
Landline 4XXXX 011 677 4XXXX +677 4XXXX

X stands for any digit. Mobile numbers start with 48, 68–69, 71–79, 84–89 or 9. More number types: Solomon Islands phone number format.

Mobile or Landline?

The Solomon Islands had 62 mobile subscriptions and 0.9 landlines per 100 people in 2022. Most people you call will be on a mobile, so ask for their mobile number and check what your plan charges for calls to Solomon Islands mobiles.

Source: World Bank (ITU).

Calling Tips for Solomon Islands

Best Time to Call

To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM in Honiara, call between 5:00 PM–4:00 AM EST (2:00 PM–1:00 AM PST). The Solomon Islands doesn’t change its clocks, so the gap moves by an hour when the US does.

The Solomon Islands is on UTC+11, 16 hours ahead of US Eastern Time right now.

Cost Saving Tips

  • VoIP services such as Google Voice or Vonage usually charge less per minute than a carrier's standard international rate.
  • WiFi calling apps (WhatsApp, Viber, FaceTime) are free when both parties have the app.
  • Check your carrier's international plan — many offer add-on packages.

Time Difference

US Eastern (EST)
--:--
UTC-5
+16h
Solomon Islands
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UTC+11

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I call the Solomon Islands from the US?
From a US landline, dial 011, then 677, then the number: 011 677 74 XXXXX for a mobile. From a cell phone, dial +677 74 XXXXX.
Do I need to drop a 0 when calling the Solomon Islands?
No. Solomon Islands has no trunk prefix: dial every digit after +677 exactly as written, for example +677 74 XXXXX.
How many digits is a phone number in the Solomon Islands?
5 or 7 digits for mobiles and 5 for landlines after the country code +677. Mobile numbers start with 48, 68–69, 71–79, 84–89 or 9.
What time should I call the Solomon Islands from the US?
The Solomon Islands is 16 hours ahead of New York (UTC+11 in Honiara). To reach someone between 9 AM and 8 PM there, call between 5:00 PM–4:00 AM EST, or 2:00 PM–1:00 AM PST on the West Coast. The Solomon Islands doesn't change its clocks, so the difference shifts by an hour when the US switches to or from daylight saving time.
How much does it cost to call the Solomon Islands?
It depends on your plan: many US plans charge per minute for international calls, and calls to Solomon Islands mobiles often cost more than calls to landlines. Internet calling apps are free when both people have the same app.
Solomon Islands Quick Info
Country Code +677
ISO Code SB
Capital Honiara
Time Zone UTC+11
Exit Code (US) 011