Cape Coral, Florida

Where Is Area Code 239?

Area code 239 serves Southwest Florida on the Gulf Coast. It covers Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Naples, and nearby communities in the southern part of the state.

Area code 239 serves Lee County, Collier County, and mainland Monroe County. Major communities in the area include Bonita Springs, Estero, Marco Island, Immokalee, Lehigh Acres, and Sanibel. Cape Coral is one of the best-known cities in the 239 area.

This area includes the Caloosahatchee River, Pine Island, and parts of the Ten Thousand Islands region. It also includes access to the Gulf of Mexico and communities near Everglades National Park. Southwest Florida International Airport, near Fort Myers, is also in the 239 region.

History of Area Code 239

Area code 239 was created on March 11, 2002. It was split from area code 941 as phone demand grew in Southwest Florida.

Area code 239 remains a split area code, not an overlay. Public records from the Florida Public Service Commission describe the change as part of continued telephone number growth in Lee, Collier, and mainland Monroe counties. No overlay has been introduced for 239.

Key Facts About Area Code 239

• Area code 239 is in Florida, and Cape Coral is one of its major cities.
• Area code 239 serves Southwest Florida, including Fort Myers, Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, and Marco Island.
• Area code 239 covers Lee County, Collier County, and mainland Monroe County.
• Area code 239 is in the Eastern Time Zone.
• Area code 239 was created on March 11, 2002, in a split from area code 941.
• Area code 239 is a geographic area code, not a toll-free area code.
• Area code 239 includes Florida Gulf Coast University, which is located in Fort Myers.
• Area code 239 includes major regional landmarks such as Sanibel Island, the Caloosahatchee River, and Southwest Florida International Airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state is area code 239 in?

Area code 239 is in Florida.

What major cities use area code 239?

Major cities and communities in area code 239 include Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Marco Island, Lehigh Acres, and Immokalee.

Is area code 239 a toll-free number?

No. Area code 239 is a geographic area code for Southwest Florida.