Sydney Time Now - Current Time in Australia
Sydney, Australia - Time Information
Sydney is the capital city of the state of New South Wales, and the most populous city in Australia. Located on Australia's east coast, Sydney is built around Port Jackson, which includes Sydney Harbour. The city is known for its iconic landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and beautiful beaches like Bondi and Manly.
Sydney follows Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) which is UTC+10. During Daylight Saving Time (from the first Sunday in October to the first Sunday in April), Sydney observes Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) which is UTC+11. This time zone is used throughout eastern Australia, including major cities like Melbourne, Brisbane, and Canberra, though Brisbane does not observe DST.
Time Difference from Sydney to Major Cities
| City | Time Difference | Current Time |
|---|---|---|
| New York | -14/-15 hours | |
| Los Angeles | -17/-18 hours | |
| London | -9/-10 hours | |
| Beijing | -2 hours | |
| Tokyo | -1 hour |
*Time differences may vary during DST changes. Sydney uses AEST (UTC+10) in winter and AEDT (UTC+11) during DST.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sydney Time
What time is it in Sydney now?
The current time in Sydney is displayed above. Sydney follows Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST, UTC+10) or Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT, UTC+11) during DST.
What time zone is Sydney in?
Sydney is in the Australian Eastern Time Zone. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) in winter, which is 10 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+10), and Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) in summer, which is 11 hours ahead of UTC (UTC+11).
Does Sydney observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, Sydney observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks are set forward by one hour on the first Sunday of October (at 2:00 AM local time), and set back by one hour on the first Sunday of April (at 3:00 AM local time). Note that this is opposite to Northern Hemisphere DST due to the reversed seasons in the Southern Hemisphere.
What is the time difference between Sydney and New York?
Sydney is typically 14 hours ahead of New York, though this can vary between 14-16 hours depending on Daylight Saving Time in both locations. When it's noon in Sydney, it's typically around 10:00 PM the previous day in New York.
What is the time difference between Sydney and London?
Sydney is typically 9-11 hours ahead of London, depending on Daylight Saving Time in both locations. When it's noon in Sydney, it's typically 1:00-3:00 AM the same day in London.
When does Sydney Daylight Savings Time start in 2025?
In 2025, Sydney Daylight Saving Time will begin on Sunday, October 5 at 2:00 AM local time. Clocks will be set forward one hour to 3:00 AM. DST will end on Sunday, April 6, 2025, when clocks will be set back to 2:00 AM at 3:00 AM.
About Sydney Time
Need to know the current time in Sydney, Australia? World Time offers accurate real-time clock for Sydney, including Australian Eastern Time Zone (AEST/AEDT) updates and live comparisons with cities like New York, London, Beijing, and Tokyo. This page helps travelers, business professionals, and global teams coordinate meetings across time zones. As Australia's largest city and a major business hub in the Asia-Pacific region, understanding Sydney time differences is essential for international communication and scheduling.