How to Call Christmas Island
Calling Christmas Island: [exit code] 61 [local number].
Christmas Island Country Code: +61
Quick answer
To call Christmas Island, dial your international exit code, then 61, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +61 412 345 678. Calls cost from ~$0.06 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 61 412 345 678
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+61
Christmas Island's international calling code
Local number
412 345 678
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+61 412 345 678
Use this format inside CallTuv
Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call Christmas Island correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in Christmas Island - whether you’re calling Flying Fish Cove or anywhere else.
Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
Follow these simple steps to make a call to Christmas Island from anywhere in the world
Dial your country's exit code
Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).
Add Christmas Island's country code
Dial the country code +61 for Christmas Island.
Enter the local phone number
Dial the local phone number in Christmas Island (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).
Complete dialing format
Full format: [exit code] 61 [local number] - For example: 00 61 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
See rates for Christmas Island →Calling Christmas Island: Calling Code, Local Time & More
Calling Code
+61
Cost to Call Christmas Island
~$0.06/min landline, ~$0.15/min mobile
Capital of Christmas Island
Flying Fish Cove
Region
Oceania (Australia and New Zealand)
Currency of Christmas Island
Australian dollar ($)
Christmas Island Time Zones
UTC+07:00
Current time
Your time
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International Calling to Christmas Island: FAQs
How do I call Christmas Island from abroad?
To call Christmas Island, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +61, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for Christmas Island?
The country calling code for Christmas Island is +61. To call Christmas Island from abroad, dial +61 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to Christmas Island?
To make affordable calls to Christmas Island from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +61 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$0.06 per minute.
How much does it cost to call Christmas Island?
Calls to Christmas Island cost ~$0.06 per minute to landlines and ~$0.15 per minute to mobiles with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for Christmas Island →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling Christmas Island?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +61. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from Christmas Island phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local Christmas Island number, then dial +61. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
