Area code 949
Area code 949 serves Irvine and nearby parts of California, including Newport Beach, Laguna Niguel and Mission Viejo. It is on Pacific Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 949 at a glance
| State | California (CA) |
| Main city | Irvine |
| Time zone | Pacific Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−8 in winter, UTC−7 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 949
- Irvine
- Newport Beach
- Laguna Niguel
- Mission Viejo
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 949 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 949 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 949 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM |
| Central | 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Mountain | 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Arizona | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Pacific | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
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Questions about 949
What time zone is area code 949?
Area code 949 is on Pacific Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 949?
Area code 949 is in California. Its main city is Irvine, and it also covers Newport Beach, Laguna Niguel and Mission Viejo.
What are the legal hours to call a 949 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.