Australia · Australia/Sydney
Sydney, Australia is in the Australia/Sydney time zone (UTC+10:00) and observes daylight saving time (DST). The current local time is shown live above. Use the comparison table below to see Sydney's time against major cities around the world, and check Australia's public holidays.
Sydney vs the World
Current time difference between Sydney, Australia and major cities worldwide (DST-adjusted live).
| City | Local Time | Offset | vs Sydney |
|---|---|---|---|
| New YorkUnited States | 9:13 AM | UTC−4 | 14h ahead of |
| LondonUnited Kingdom | 2:13 PM | UTC+1 | 9h ahead of |
| DubaiUnited Arab Emirates | 5:13 PM | UTC+4 | 6h ahead of |
| MumbaiIndia | 6:43 PM | UTC+5:30 | 4h 30m ahead of |
| SingaporeSingapore | 9:13 PM | UTC+8 | 2h ahead of |
| TokyoJapan | 10:13 PM | UTC+9 | 1h ahead of |
| SydneyAustralia | 11:13 PM | UTC+10 | Same time |
Business Hours in Sydney (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
When it's 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM in Sydney, here's the corresponding time in each city.
| City | 9:00 AM in Sydney | 5:00 PM in Sydney |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7:00 PM | 3:00 AM |
| London | 12:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| Dubai | 3:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| Mumbai | 4:30 AM | 12:30 PM |
| Singapore | 7:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
| Tokyo | 8:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| Sydney | 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
Offsets and times update automatically and account for daylight saving time. Use the time converter or Business Hours tool for more.
Popular Places in Sydney
UNESCO-listed architectural masterpiece — take a tour or watch a performance at this global icon.
Affectionately called 'The Coathanger' — climb to the 134m summit for breathtaking harbor views.
Australia's most famous beach with golden sand, surf culture, and the scenic Bondi to Coogee coastal walk.
Harbourside zoo with over 4,000 animals and spectacular views of the Sydney skyline.
Sydney's oldest neighborhood with cobblestone streets, weekend markets, historic pubs, and galleries.
Waterfront precinct with SEA LIFE Aquarium, WILD LIFE Zoo, Maritime Museum, and harbourside dining.
Laid-back surf beach — take the iconic Manly Ferry for stunning harbour views en route.
🗺️ Suggested 3-4 Day Itinerary
- • Sydney Opera House
- • Sydney Harbour Bridge
- • The Rocks
- • Bondi Beach
- • Darling Harbour
- • Taronga Zoo
- • Manly Beach
Public Holidays in Australia
| Date | Holiday | Local Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | New Year's Day | — | public |
| Jan 26 | Australia Day | — | public |
| Mar 29 | Good Friday | — | public |
| Apr 1 | Easter Monday | — | public |
| Apr 25 | Anzac Day | — | public |
| Jun 10 | Queen's Birthday | — | public |
| Dec 25 | Christmas Day | — | public |
| Dec 26 | Boxing Day | — | public |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Sydney in?
Sydney, Australia is in the Australia/Sydney time zone (UTC+10:00), which observes daylight saving time (DST).
What time is it in Sydney right now?
The current local time in Sydney is shown live at the top of this page, and the table below shows Sydney's time against major cities worldwide.
Does Sydney observe daylight saving time (DST)?
Yes — Sydney moves its clocks forward in spring and back in autumn.
What is Sydney's UTC / GMT offset?
Sydney is in Australia/Sydney (UTC+10:00), switching to UTC+11:00 during daylight saving time.
What is the time difference between Sydney and India?
Sydney (UTC+10:00) is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of India (IST, UTC+5:30).
What is the time difference between Sydney and New York?
Sydney (UTC+10:00) is 14 hours ahead of New York (US Eastern Time).
What is Sydney's airport code?
Sydney's main airport is SYD — the IATA code many people use when searching for Sydney time.