Christmas Island — Country Facts & Profile
Australia and New Zealand, Oceania
English
The Australian dollar (AUD) is the official currency of Christmas Island, a territory of 1,692 people in Australia and New Zealand. With 135 km² of territory and Flying Fish Cove as its capital, it sits within the wider Asia region. The official language is English.
Country Profile
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Flying Fish Cove
Capital
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1,692
Population
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135 km²
Area (km²)
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52 mi²
Area (sq mi)
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13 / km²
Population Density
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$ AUD
Currency
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+61
Dial Code
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.cx
TLD
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Asia
Continent
Geographic Overview
Christmas Island is located in Australia and New Zealand at coordinates 10.50°S, 105.67°E. It has no land borders. Total land area: 135 km² (52 mi²). Population density: 13 people per km².
ContinentAsia
Coordinates10.50°S, 105.67°E
TimezonesUTC+07:00
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Frequently Asked Questions about Christmas Island
- What is the capital of Christmas Island?
- The capital of Christmas Island is Flying Fish Cove.
- What is the population of Christmas Island?
- Christmas Island has a population of approximately 1,692 people.
- What continent is Christmas Island in?
- Christmas Island is located in Asia, in the Australia and New Zealand subregion.
- Where is Christmas Island located?
- Christmas Island is located in Australia and New Zealand, Asia, at coordinates 10.5°S, 105.7°E.
- What currency does Christmas Island use?
- Christmas Island uses the Australian dollar ($ AUD).
- What is the capital and currency of Christmas Island?
- The capital of Christmas Island is Flying Fish Cove and the currency is the Australian dollar (AUD).
- What language is spoken in Christmas Island?
- The official language of Christmas Island is English.
- What is the area of Christmas Island?
- Christmas Island covers a total area of 135 km² (52 square miles).
- How large is Christmas Island in square miles?
- Christmas Island has a total area of approximately 52 square miles (135 km²).
- What is the population density of Christmas Island?
- Christmas Island has a population density of approximately 13 people per km².
- Is Christmas Island an independent country?
- Christmas Island is a territory or dependent region, not a fully independent sovereign state.
- Does Christmas Island have any land borders?
- No, Christmas Island has no land borders.
- What is the country calling code for Christmas Island?
- The international calling code for Christmas Island is +61. To call Christmas Island from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +61 and the local number.
- What time zone is Christmas Island in?
- Christmas Island operates on the UTC+07:00 time zone.