Quick answer
Newfoundland and Labrador has 2 active geographic area codes covering St. Johns. The most-recognized codes are 709, 879, serving St. Johns and the Newfoundland and Labrador region.
- Total codes
- 2
- Top metro
- St. Johns
- Time zone
- NT
- Largest code
- 709 (St. Johns)
Area codes in Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador is served by 2 active geographic area codes in the North American Numbering Plan. These codes were assigned between 1962 and 2024 as population and call demand grew across the province.
| Code | Primary City | Region | Established | Overlay Codes | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 709 | St. Johns | Newfoundland and Labrador | 1962 | 879 | 520,000 |
| 879 | St. Johns | Newfoundland and Labrador | 2024 | 709 | 520,000 |
Time zones in Newfoundland and Labrador
All area codes in Newfoundland and Labrador fall in the NT time zone.
- NT — area codes: 709, 879
Top metros and their area codes
Below are the primary cities in Newfoundland and Labrador and the area codes that serve each metro. Cities with multiple codes share geography due to overlay assignments added as demand grew.
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