Area code 863
Area code 863 serves Lakeland and nearby parts of Florida, including Winter Haven, Bartow and Sebring. It is on Eastern Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 863 at a glance
| State | Florida (FL) |
| Main city | Lakeland |
| Time zone | Eastern Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 863
- Lakeland
- Winter Haven
- Bartow
- Sebring
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 an 863 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Florida law is stricter and ends the window at 8 PM. Here is that window for an 863 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 863 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Central | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Mountain | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Arizona | 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Pacific | 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
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Questions about 863
What time zone is area code 863?
Area code 863 is on Eastern Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 863?
Area code 863 is in Florida. Its main city is Lakeland, and it also covers Winter Haven, Bartow and Sebring.
What are the legal hours to call an 863 number?
Under the federal TCPA, sales calls are allowed from 8 AM to 8 PM under Florida law in the called person’s local time. Personal and informational calls are not limited by these hours.