Area code 316
Area code 316 serves Wichita and nearby parts of Kansas, including Derby, Newton and El Dorado. It is on Central Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 316 at a glance
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| Main city | Wichita |
| Time zone | Central Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 316
- Wichita
- Derby
- Newton
- El Dorado
An area code shows where a number was first assigned. Mobile numbers keep their area code when people move, so the person you’re calling may be somewhere else.
When you can call a 316 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Here is that window for a 316 number, shown in your own time zone.
General information, not legal advice. Some states add rules for Sundays, holidays or the number of calls. See our calling hours guide.
| If you’re on | You can call 316 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Central | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Mountain | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Arizona | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Pacific | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
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Questions about 316
What time zone is area code 316?
Area code 316 is on Central Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 316?
Area code 316 is in Kansas. Its main city is Wichita, and it also covers Derby, Newton and El Dorado.
What are the legal hours to call a 316 number?
Under the federal TCPA, sales calls are allowed from 8 AM to 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Personal and informational calls are not limited by these hours.