How to Call the UK
Landline from $0.04/min · Mobile from $0.07/min — from your browser, no app needed
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Dialing the UK (+44): the short answer
Leave out the leading 0 of the domestic number. The +44 country code replaces it.
In BoraPhone you never need an exit code: type +44 and the number, and the call connects from your browser.
Calling Rates for the UK
Live rates in USD, pulled from carrier pricing. The same rate applies wherever you call from.
How much will my call cost?
| Duration | Landline | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| 5 min | $0.20 | $0.35 |
| 10 min | $0.40 | $0.70 |
| 15 min | $0.60 | $1.05 |
| 30 min | $1.20 | $2.10 |
All rates are in USD. Calls are billed per minute and rounded up to the next minute. No connection fees or hidden charges. Your first call is free.
How BoraPhone compares for calls to the UK
| Service | Published rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| BoraPhone (live) | $0.04 landline / $0.07 mobile | Per minute, no subscription, browser-based |
| Boss Revolution | 2¢/min | As of July 2026. |
| Localphone | 1¢ landline / 2.6¢ mobile | euro cents, excl. VAT. As of July 2026. |
| Rebtel | 2.4¢/min | 4.8¢ to O2/Three mobiles. As of July 2026. |
| Viber Out | from 2.1¢/min | As of July 2026. |
| Yolla | 6¢ landline / 10¢ mobile | As of July 2026. |
| Talk360 | Not published | in-app only. As of July 2026. |
Competitor rates are snapshots from their public pricing pages and can change; BoraPhone's rate above is live. Where a competitor is cheaper on paper, check its plan terms: bundled minutes, auto-renewal and expiry rules often change the real cost.
Best time to call the UK
The UK is on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), UTC+0. To reach people between 9 AM and 8 PM their time:
| If you are in | Time difference | 9 AM your time is | Call between |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | +5 h | 2:00 PM | 4:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Los Angeles | +8 h | 5:00 PM | 1:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
| London | same time | 9:00 AM | 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
Standard time. Daylight saving in either place can shift these by an hour.
Area codes and things to know before you dial the UK
- Drop the leading 0: 020 7946 0000 becomes +44 20 7946 0000, and a mobile 07700 900123 becomes +44 7700 900123.
- Numbers starting 07 are mobiles and usually cost more than landlines. 0800 and 0808 freephone numbers are not free from abroad, and 084, 087 and 09 numbers are premium rate and often cannot be reached from outside the UK.
- London is 020, Birmingham 0121, Manchester 0161, Edinburgh 0131. The UK is on GMT in winter and one hour ahead (BST) in summer.
Why call the UK with BoraPhone?
- No app needed — call directly from your browser on any device
- Pay as you go — no contracts, no monthly subscriptions
- HD voice quality powered by enterprise-grade infrastructure
- Call landlines in the UK for $0.04/min — great rate compared to traditional carriers
- UK mobile numbers always start with 07. Landlines start with 01 or 02 followed by the area code.
Frequently asked questions
How do I call the UK from the US?
From a US landline or mobile, dial 011, then 44, then the United Kingdom number without its leading 0. From a mobile you can also dial +44 directly. In BoraPhone, enter +44 and the number and press call.
How much does it cost to call the UK?
Calls to the UK start at $0.04 per minute with BoraPhone. Landline rates are $0.04/min and mobile rates are $0.07/min. Calls are billed per minute, rounded up to the next minute, with no connection fee and no subscription.
Is it cheaper to call a landline or a mobile in the UK?
Calling a landline is cheaper. Landlines are $0.04/min and mobiles $0.07/min, so a 10-minute call costs $0.40 to a landline and $0.70 to a mobile.
Is BoraPhone the cheapest way to call the UK?
Not always, and we would rather say so. As of July 2026, Boss Revolution lists 2¢/min for the UK, and 4 other services publish rates in the comparison above. BoraPhone's live rate is $0.04/min to landlines and $0.07/min to mobiles, billed per minute in your browser with no app, no subscription and no plan that renews. Compare the total for the calls you actually make.
Do I need an app to call the UK?
No. BoraPhone works directly in your web browser. Just sign up, add credit, and start calling the UK in under a minute. No downloads or installations required. It works on desktop, laptop, tablet, and mobile.
What is the country code for the UK?
The country code for the UK is +44. When calling with BoraPhone, just enter the full number including the country code and we handle the connection automatically.
What time zone is the UK in?
The UK is in Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), UTC+0. When it is 9 AM in New York it is 2:00 PM in the UK; when it is 9 AM in London it is 9:00 AM. Check the local time before calling to reach people at a convenient hour.