Bangkok to Lagos
-6hBangkok
ICTSOURCELagos
WATGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
ICT and WAT on the World Map
The map below highlights the ICT (Indochina Time) and WAT (West Africa Time) timezone regions across the globe.
ICT – Indochina Time
UTC+07:00Indochina Time (ICT) is the time zone for Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia, 7 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Bangkok is one of the most visited cities in the world.
- •ICT is 12 hours ahead of EST.
- •Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia all share ICT.
WAT – West Africa Time
UTC+01:00West Africa Time (WAT) is the time zone for West and Central Africa, 1 hour ahead of UTC.
- •Lagos, Nigeria is the most populous city in Africa.
- •WAT is the same offset as CET (UTC+01:00).
- •Nigeria does not observe daylight saving time.
About Bangkok
WikipediaBangkok operates on Indochina Time (ICT), UTC+7. As Southeast Asia's largest economy hub, Bangkok bridges East Asian and South Asian business hours.
Bangkok is one of the world's most visited cities, with over 22 million visitors annually.
About Lagos
WikipediaLagos operates on West Africa Time (WAT), UTC+1. As Africa's largest city and Nigeria's economic hub, Lagos is the center of African fintech innovation.
Lagos is one of the fastest-growing cities in the world and Africa's largest city.
Bangkok to Lagos Time Difference – Complete Guide
Bangkok runs on Indochina Time (ICT) at UTC+07:00. Lagos runs on West Africa Time (WAT) at UTC+01:00. That puts Bangkok 6 hours behind Lagos — a difference of -6h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Bangkok it is 3:00 AM in Lagos. Midnight in Bangkok is 6:00 PM in Lagos. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
Bangkok to Lagos time conversion table
| Bangkok (ICT) | Lagos (WAT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 6:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 12:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 1:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 2:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 3:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 6:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 9:00 AM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 12:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 3:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert Bangkok to Lagos time
- Scheduling a call from Bangkok to Lagos: a 10:00 AM start in Bangkok lands at 4:00 AM in Lagos, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Bangkok and Lagos are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM ICT time (9:00 AM–11:00 AM WAT). That is roughly 2 hours of usable overlap.
- Watching a live event or market open: Bangkok viewers need 3:00 AM in Lagos to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 6:00 AM if the event is anchored to Bangkok.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM ICT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -6h gap is not.
- Block 3:00 PM–5:00 PM ICT as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Bangkok and need Lagos colleagues present.
About ICT (Indochina Time)
Indochina Time (ICT) is used across Southeast Asia including Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia. Indonesia (Western time, WIB) also uses UTC+07:00. ICT does not observe daylight saving time.
About WAT (West Africa Time)
West Africa Time (WAT) is used across much of West and Central Africa, including Nigeria, the most populous country in Africa. WAT does not observe daylight saving time and shares the same offset as Central European Time (CET).
Best time to call between Bangkok and Lagos
Both Bangkok and Lagos sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 3:00 PM–5:00 PM ICT, which is 9:00 AM–11:00 AM WAT. That gives roughly 2 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Bangkok and Lagos overlap for about 2 hours during the working day — enough for meetings if you avoid the edges of the window.
Bangkok is 6 hours behind Lagos (ICT UTC+07:00 → WAT UTC+01:00). The shared working window is 3:00 PM–5:00 PM ICT. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Bangkok and Lagos?
Bangkok (ICT, UTC+07:00) is 6 hours behind Lagos (WAT, UTC+01:00). The gap is currently -6h.
How do I convert Bangkok time to Lagos time?
Add -6h to Bangkok local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Bangkok is 3:00 AM in Lagos.
What time is it in Lagos right now?
Lagos uses WAT at UTC+01:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the -6h offset from Bangkok.
What is the best time to call Lagos from Bangkok?
Call between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM ICT — that maps to 9:00 AM–11:00 AM WAT and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is behind, Bangkok or Lagos?
Bangkok is 6 hours behind Lagos. When it is 12:00 PM in Bangkok it is 6:00 AM in Lagos.
Do Bangkok and Lagos use different time zones?
Bangkok (Thailand) uses ICT at UTC+07:00, while Lagos (Nigeria) uses WAT at UTC+01:00. The IANA identifiers are Asia/Bangkok and Africa/Lagos.
Does daylight saving time affect the Bangkok–Lagos difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the -6h offset between Bangkok and Lagos is fixed all year.
Which other cities share Bangkok's time zone?
ICT also covers Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Jakarta, Phnom Penh, Vientiane.
Which countries use ICT, Bangkok's zone?
ICT is used in Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia (WIB).
Is there a day difference between Bangkok and Lagos?
Not normally. The -6h gap only pushes the date over the previous day.
What is the time difference between Bangkok and Lagos?
Lagos is -6h from Bangkok.
What timezone is Bangkok in?
Bangkok operates on Indochina Time (ICT), UTC+7. As Southeast Asia's largest economy hub, Bangkok bridges East Asian and South Asian business hours.
What timezone is Lagos in?
Lagos operates on West Africa Time (WAT), UTC+1. As Africa's largest city and Nigeria's economic hub, Lagos is the center of African fintech innovation.
What are the business hours in Bangkok?
Standard business hours in Bangkok are 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM ICT.
What are the business hours in Lagos?
Standard business hours in Lagos are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM WAT.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Bangkok and Lagos?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Bangkok works 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM ICT and Lagos works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM WAT (-6h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Bangkok and Lagos?
Bangkok uses THB (฿) while Lagos uses NGN (₦). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Bangkok and Lagos compare in size?
Bangkok has a population of approximately 8.3 million (metro: 14.6 million), while Lagos has approximately 15.4 million (metro: 21.3 million).
What are the major landmarks in Bangkok and Lagos?
Bangkok is known for Grand Palace, Wat Arun, Wat Pho. Lagos is famous for Nike Art Gallery, Lekki Conservation Centre, National Museum.
Do Bangkok and Lagos have stock exchanges?
Yes. Bangkok has the SET (Stock Exchange of Thailand) and Lagos has the NGX (Nigerian Exchange). The -6h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use ICT (Indochina Time)?
ICT is used in Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia (WIB).
Does ICT observe daylight saving time?
No, ICT does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+07:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about ICT?
Bangkok is one of the most visited cities in the world. ICT is 12 hours ahead of EST.
Which cities are in the WAT timezone?
Major cities in the WAT timezone include Lagos, Abuja, Douala, Yaoundé, Luanda, Kinshasa, Brazzaville.
What is the UTC offset for WAT?
West Africa Time (WAT) is at UTC+01:00.
What should I know about the WAT timezone?
Lagos, Nigeria is the most populous city in Africa. WAT is the same offset as CET (UTC+01:00).
When is it midnight in Bangkok, what time is it in Lagos?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Bangkok (ICT), it is -6h later in Lagos (WAT).
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