Area Code 2423 – La Ceiba
The phone area code for La Ceiba is 2423 (international format +5042423). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📍 Geographic Location of La Ceiba
Geographic Overview
The area code 2423 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the city of La Ceiba, the principal port city on Honduras's northern Caribbean coast and the capital of Atlántida Department. This code is part of the national numbering plan administered by the Comisión Nacional de Telecomunicaciones (CONATEL), following ITU-T E.164 recommendations.
Coverage and Dialing Formats
Subscriber numbers within the 2423 prefix are seven digits long, structured as 2423-XXXX when dialed nationally. For international callers, the full international format is +504 2423-XXXX. The country code for Honduras is +504, and there is no trunk prefix (such as '0') used in Honduras; the NDC is always dialed directly.
La Ceiba serves as a vital economic hub, with significant activity in tourism, shipping, and the region's famous carnival. The 2423 area code covers the city center and its immediate surroundings, including neighborhoods like Barrio La Isla and Barrio El Centro. It is important to note that this is a geographic code, meaning the number is tied to a physical location, although with the advent of VoIP and number portability, the actual termination point may not always be within the traditional exchange area.
Caller Instructions
- Local callers (within Honduras): Dial the seven-digit number directly: 2423-XXXX.
- International callers: Dial your country's exit code (e.g., 011 from the US/Canada, 00 from most European countries), followed by Honduras country code 504, then the seven-digit number: +504 2423-XXXX.
Overlay and Numbering Considerations
As of the latest CONATEL updates, there is no overlay code for La Ceiba; the 2423 code remains exclusive to this geographic area. However, with the growth of mobile and VoIP services, some numbers with this prefix may be assigned to non-fixed services, but the prefix itself is designated as geographic. For businesses, having a 2423 number reinforces a local presence in La Ceiba, which can be beneficial for customer trust and local SEO.
When dialing from abroad, ensure you have the correct international exit code and that you omit any leading zero that might appear in local directories. Always verify the number length—Honduran fixed-line numbers are consistently eight digits including the NDC.