Chittagong ↔ Istanbul
Best Time to Call
Excellent overlap! The best window to call is between 12:00 and 17:00 (Chittagong time).
Sync Chittagong and Istanbul easily. Chittagong is 3 hours ahead of Istanbul. Excellent overlap! The best window to call is between 12:00 and 17:00 (Chittagong time).
Upcoming Time Change
- New York City clocks forward 1h in 10 days Mar 08
💡 Review recurring meetings scheduled during these dates to avoid sync issues.
Meeting Optimizer
Sync Score
5.3/10
-12h Current Time +12h
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Tokyo
17:06 GMT+9
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Outside Business Hours🌍
New York City
03:06 EST
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London
08:06 GMT
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Outside Business HoursSynchronization Context
A 3 hours gap allows for a manageable shared window, typically in the morning or late afternoon. It requires some scheduling but supports daily synchronization.
Chittagong Business Pulse
- Culture Practical, trade-focused, and the major maritime hub of Bangladesh. Relationship-heavy.
- Lunch Break 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM.
- Pro Tip Ideal window for calls is 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Business in this major port is practical and focused on international trade. Personal trust is vital. The work week is Sunday through Thursday. Be patient with potential power/internet disruptions and maintain a professional and steady tone.
Istanbul Business Pulse
- Culture A bridge between East and West. Business is personal, and hospitality (tea/coffee) is a prerequisite.
- Lunch Break 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM.
- Pro Tip Aim for calls between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM or 2:00 PM and 4:30 PM. Turkish business culture is highly relational; starting with "Nasılsınız?" (How are you?) and building rapport is essential. Avoid scheduling critical calls late on Friday afternoons.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Chittagong | Istanbul |
|---|---|---|
| Timezone | Asia/Dhaka | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | Bangladesh | Turkey |
| Coordinates | 22.36, 91.78 | 41.01, 28.98 |
| Population | 2,582,401 | 15,848,000 |