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Business Hours Overlap
India: Mon–Sat 9:30 AM–6:30 PM IST | Indonesia: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM WIB (Jakarta)
Jakarta (WIB, UTC+7) is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of IST. There is a comfortable 6-hour business overlap. Bali (WITA, UTC+8) is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead — same as Singapore/China offset.
Jakarta (WIB, UTC+7) is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of IST. There is a comfortable 6-hour business overlap. Bali (WITA, UTC+8) is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead — same as Singapore/China offset.
IST ↔ Indonesia Quick Reference
| 🇮🇳 IST | WIB |
|---|---|
| 7:30 AM IST | 9:00 AM WIB |
| 9:30 AM IST | 11:00 AM WIB |
| 12:00 PM IST | 1:30 PM WIB |
| 3:30 PM IST | 5:00 PM WIB |
| 6:00 PM IST | 7:30 PM WIB |
| 9:00 PM IST | 10:30 PM WIB |
Key Commercial Ports
🇮🇳 India
| Port | City | Hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mundra Port | Gujarat | 24×7 | Primary palm oil & coal imports from Indonesia |
| Vishakhapatnam (VIZAG) | Andhra Pradesh | 24×7 | Thermal coal imports from Kalimantan; dedicated coal berths |
| JNPT / Nhava Sheva | Mumbai | 24×7 | Container trade; cotton yarn & pharma exports |
🇮🇩 Indonesia
| Port | City | Hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port of Tanjung Priok | Jakarta | 24×7 | Indonesia's largest container port; handles 60% of Indonesia's sea trade |
| Port of Tanjung Perak | Surabaya | 24×7 | East Java; 2nd largest port; coal & manufacturing goods |
| Port of Belawan | Medan | 24×7 | North Sumatra; primary palm oil and rubber export terminal |
| Muara Berau Terminal (Balikpapan) | Kalimantan | 24×7 | Coal export terminal in Borneo; major source for Indian power plants |
* Most major international ports operate 24×7 for vessel operations; customs clearance and gate hours vary. Always verify with the port authority or your freight forwarder.
Top Traded Goods
🇮🇳 India Exports to Indonesia
- Cotton yarn & grey fabric (key garment input)
- Refined petroleum
- Pharmaceuticals & generics
- Machinery & vehicles
- Steel & iron products
- Chemicals
🇮🇳 India Imports from Indonesia
- Crude palm oil & palm kernel oil (India's top source)
- Thermal coal (Kalimantan; large scale)
- Copper ore & concentrates
- Rubber
- Chemicals & fertilizers
- Wood pulp & paper
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the time zones in Indonesia?
Indonesia spans three time zones: WIB (UTC+7) covers Java, Sumatra, and West Kalimantan — Jakarta is on WIB. WITA (UTC+8) covers Bali, Sulawesi, and parts of Kalimantan. WIT (UTC+9) covers Papua and Maluku. No DST is observed.
What is the time difference between India and Jakarta?
Jakarta (WIB, UTC+7) is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of India (IST, UTC+5:30). Bali (WITA, UTC+8) is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of IST.
Why does India import so much palm oil from Indonesia?
Indonesia is the world's largest producer of palm oil, accounting for about 55% of global output. India is the world's largest importer of palm oil, and Indonesia supplies over 50% of India's edible oil needs. Palm oil is used widely in Indian cooking, processed food, and soap manufacturing.
What are the best hours to contact Indonesia from India?
For Jakarta/Java (WIB): Call 9:30 AM–3:30 PM IST (11:00 AM–5:00 PM WIB). For Bali/Sulawesi (WITA): Call 9:30 AM–2:30 PM IST (12:00 PM–5:00 PM WITA). The relatively close timezone makes Indonesia one of the easiest ASEAN partners to reach from India.