226 Area Code
Covers London and nearby communities in Ontario.
(226) 555-0142Area code 226 map
Interactive coverage map for area code 226, centered on London, Ontario
42.9834, -81.2330
Open in OpenStreetMapArea code 226 coverage map — centered on London. Shaded area shows the approximate reach around the primary city.
Calls tagged with area code 226 come from London and nearby communities in Ontario. It covers communities such as London, Amherstburg, Aylmer, Brantford and more across Ontario. The region observes local time, so a number like (226) 555-0142 is on that clock right now. Neighboring area codes include 705, 289, 365. It shares its territory with the overlay codes 519, 548, which sit on the exact same map. Because the 226 region uses more than one area code, you must dial all ten digits — area code included — even for a local call. You do not, however, need to dial a leading 1 for calls within the US and Canada. Keep reading for the current local time in London, a map of the 226 coverage area, the places it reaches, nearby and overlay codes, and how to tell a real 226 call from a scam.
Cities covered by 226
Cities & neighborhoods
- London
- Amherstburg
- Aylmer
- Brantford
- Goderich
- Guelph
- Hanover
- Kitchener
- Orangeville
- Owen Sound
- Paris
- Petrolia
- Sarnia
- St. Thomas
- Stratford
- Windsor
- Woodstock
Looking for the broader picture? See all Ontario area codes.
Nearby & overlay area codes
Overlay codes (same area)
These share 226’s geography — a number in either code can be on the same street.
Neighboring codes
Codes for adjacent regions and metros.
Is a call from 226 a scam?
Area code 226 serves London and the surrounding area, so most calls are ordinary local and business traffic. As everywhere, spam and robocalls do use 226 numbers, frequently by spoofing a local-looking caller ID to boost pickup rates. The area code itself tells you nothing about who is really calling, so judge the call by what's said, not the number.
Red flags to watch for
- Pressure to act right now, or threats of arrest, fines, or service being cut off.
- Requests to pay with gift cards, wire transfer, crypto, or a payment app.
- Asking for passwords, one-time codes, your SSN, or full card/bank numbers.
- A robocall or recording, or a number that won’t let you call back.
When unsure, hang up and call the organization back on a number you look up yourself.
Calling a 226 number from abroad
Every 226 number is a US/Canada +1 number. From a mobile anywhere, the simplest approach is to dial it in international format:
+1 226 555-0142If your phone can’t dial the +, replace it with your country’s exit code, then 1, then the number:
- UK, Germany, France & most of Europe
00 1 226 555-0142 - Australia
0011 1 226 555-0142 - Japan
010 1 226 555-0142 - Mexico
00 1 226 555-0142
Within the US and Canada you don’t need any of this — just dial the ten digits 226 555-0142.
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Area code 226: frequently asked questions
Where is the 226 area code located?
The 226 area code is located in Ontario, centered on London. Communities in the 226 area include London, Amherstburg, Aylmer, Brantford, Goderich, Guelph.
What time zone is 226 in?
Area code 226 is in the local time zone (UTC-5 (EST) / UTC-4 (EDT)). You can see the exact current local time for London on the live clock above.
What cities use area code 226?
Cities and areas that use 226 include London, Amherstburg, Aylmer, Brantford, Goderich, Guelph. Its primary city is London, ON.
Do I need to dial 1 before 226?
For calls within the US, you do not need to dial a leading 1, but you do need all ten digits: 226 plus the seven-digit number. The 226 area requires ten-digit dialing because more than one area code serves it.
Is 226 a toll-free or scam number?
No — 226 is a normal geographic area code for London, not a toll-free code (toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877 and 888). A 226 number is not inherently a scam, but the code can be spoofed. See the spam-call section above for how to tell.
What are the overlay area codes for 226?
Area code 226 is overlaid by 519, 548, meaning those codes cover the same geographic area.