Time in Sydney Now
Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) · UTC+11
About Sydney
Sydney is the capital of New South Wales and Australia's largest city, though not the national capital, which is Canberra. It is the country's main financial and business hub and a major gateway for international travellers, famous for its harbour, the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and its ocean beaches.
Sydney uses Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10) and moves to Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11) during the southern-hemisphere summer, so its clocks change in the opposite part of the year to Europe and North America. Not every Australian state follows suit: Queensland stays on UTC+10 all year, which puts Brisbane an hour behind Sydney in summer. A typical Sydney working day begins around late evening or midnight of the previous day in London.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Sydney in?
Sydney is in the Australian Eastern Daylight Time time zone (AEDT), which is UTC+11.
Does Sydney observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Sydney observes daylight saving time. Clocks go back 1 hour on 4 April 2027
What is the time difference between Sydney and UTC?
Sydney is currently UTC+11.
What is the dialling code for Sydney?
The international dialling code for Sydney is +61.
When is the best time to call Sydney from London?
Normal office hours don’t overlap. Early morning in one city and early evening in the other is usually the best compromise.