Area Code 879 — Newfoundland and Labrador
This is a Canadian area code
Area code 879 is located in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Canada shares the North American Numbering Plan (NANPA) with the US, so Canadian numbers use the same 10-digit format. Calls between the US and Canada may or may not be included in your plan — check with your carrier, as international rates can apply.
Area code 879 is located in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada and operates on N . View all Canadian area codes →
Area Code Details
- Area Code
- 879
- State / Province
- Newfoundland and Labrador (NL)
- Country
- Canada
- Time Zone
- N N
- Local Time Now
- —
- Status
- Active
- Code Type
- General Purpose Code
- In Service Since
- February 17, 2024
- Assigned
- February 6, 2017
- Overlay Complex
- 709/879
Cities Served
City data not available for this area code.
History & Relationships
Split from
709Overlay complex — shares geography with
Other Area Codes in Newfoundland and Labrador
View all →Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 879
What state is area code 879?
Area code 879 is located in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Where is area code 879 from?
Area code 879 originates from Newfoundland and Labrador. It operates in the N zone.
What time zone is area code 879?
Area code 879 falls within the N zone (N).
Is a call from area code 879 a scam?
Area code 879 is a legitimate Canadian area code serving Newfoundland and Labrador. Like any area code, individual numbers using 879 can be used for scam calls. Note that calls from 879 are international calls from Canada — unexpected calls may incur charges. Always verify the specific number if you receive an unexpected or suspicious call.