Toronto to Dhaka
+10hToronto
EDTSOURCEDhaka
BDSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
EDT and BDST on the World Map
The map below highlights the EDT (Eastern Standard Time) and BDST (Bangladesh Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
EST – Eastern Standard Time
UTC-05:00Eastern Standard Time (EST) is the time zone for the eastern United States and Canada, 5 hours behind UTC.
- •EST is the most widely used time zone in the United States by population.
- •The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ operate on Eastern Time, opening at 9:30 AM EST.
- •23 US states are fully or partially in the Eastern Time Zone.
- •EST was established by the Standard Time Act of 1918.
- •Over 47% of the US population lives in the Eastern Time Zone.
BDST – Bangladesh Standard Time
UTC+06:00Bangladesh Standard Time (BDST, UTC+06:00) is the time zone for Bangladesh, 6 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Bangladesh uses a single time zone, UTC+06:00, across the entire country.
- •Bangladesh does not observe daylight saving time, so the offset is fixed all year.
- •Dhaka is one of the most densely populated cities globally.
- •BDST is written here to distinguish it from British Summer Time (BST).
About Toronto
WikipediaToronto shares Eastern Time (EST/EDT) with New York. As Canada's largest city and financial center, Toronto's TSX is among North America's largest stock exchanges.
Toronto is the most multicultural city in the world - over 50% of residents were born outside Canada.
About Dhaka
WikipediaDhaka operates on Bangladesh Standard Time (BST), UTC+6. As the world's second-largest garment hub, Dhaka time coordinates global fashion supply chains.
Bangladesh is the world's second-largest garment exporter after China.
Understanding the +10h Gap: Toronto vs Dhaka
Toronto runs on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) at UTC-04:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Dhaka runs on Bangladesh Standard Time (BDST) at UTC+06:00. That puts Toronto 10 hours ahead of Dhaka — a difference of +10h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Toronto it is 7:00 PM in Dhaka. Midnight in Toronto is 10:00 AM in Dhaka.Toronto observes daylight saving time while Dhaka does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Toronto to Dhaka time conversion table
| Toronto (EDT) | Dhaka (BDST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 7:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 10:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 5:00 PM | 3:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 4:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 7:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert Toronto to Dhaka time
- Scheduling a call from Toronto to Dhaka: a 10:00 AM start in Toronto lands at 8:00 PM in Dhaka, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +10h gap: Toronto and Dhaka have no overlap inside a normal 9-to-5 day, so real-time meetings need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side. 9:00 AM in Dhaka is 7:00 PM in Toronto.
- Booking travel or deliveries: tracking Dhaka local time against Toronto keeps pickup windows and arrival estimates honest across the +10h offset.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM EDT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +10h gap is not.
- With a +10h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Toronto takes the early slot, the next week Dhaka does.
- Toronto: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the +10h gap.
About EST (Eastern Standard Time)
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is observed during the winter months in the eastern part of North America. It covers 23 US states and parts of Canada including Ontario and Quebec. EST is the most populous time zone in the United States, home to major financial centers like New York City and global organizations headquartered in Washington D.C. During daylight saving time (March–November), clocks shift to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-04:00). The time zone also covers parts of the Caribbean and Central America including Panama, Jamaica, and the Cayman Islands.
About BDST (Bangladesh Standard Time)
Bangladesh Standard Time (BDST) is the single time zone used across Bangladesh, fixed at UTC+06:00 all year. Bangladesh has not observed daylight saving time since a short-lived experiment in 2009, so the gap between Bangladesh and every other zone is constant. Dhaka, the capital, is one of the most densely populated cities in the world. Because the country sits close to the middle of the UTC+06:00 band, solar noon is near 12:00 for most of the year. BDST is listed separately from British Summer Time, which shares the BST abbreviation but is UTC+01:00.
Best time to call between Toronto and Dhaka
With a +10h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Dhaka opens at 9:00 AM BDST, which is 7:00 PM in Toronto, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Toronto and Dhaka have no shared working hours because of the +10h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Toronto is 10 hours ahead of Dhaka (EDT UTC-04:00 → BDST UTC+06:00). There is no shared 9-to-5 window, so plan around an early or late slot. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
Toronto
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-05:00 · DST: UTC-04:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Dhaka
Does not observe DST
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Toronto and Dhaka?
Toronto (EDT, UTC-04:00) is 10 hours ahead of Dhaka (BDST, UTC+06:00). The gap is currently +10h.
How do I convert Toronto time to Dhaka time?
Add +10h to Toronto local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Toronto is 7:00 PM in Dhaka.
What time is it in Dhaka right now?
Dhaka uses BDST at UTC+06:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +10h offset from Toronto.
What is the best time to call Dhaka from Toronto?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +10h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Toronto, which is 11:00 PM in Dhaka.
Which is ahead, Toronto or Dhaka?
Toronto is 10 hours ahead of Dhaka. When it is 12:00 PM in Toronto it is 10:00 PM in Dhaka.
Do Toronto and Dhaka use different time zones?
Toronto (Canada) uses EDT at UTC-04:00, while Dhaka (Bangladesh) uses BDST at UTC+06:00. The IANA identifiers are America/Toronto and Asia/Dhaka.
Does daylight saving time affect the Toronto–Dhaka difference?
Yes at the moment: Toronto is on daylight saving time and Dhaka is not, so the +10h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Toronto's time zone?
EDT also covers New York City, Washington D.C., Miami, Toronto, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, Montreal and 8 more.
Which countries use EDT, Toronto's zone?
EDT is used in United States (Eastern), Canada (Ontario, Quebec), Mexico (Quintana Roo), Panama, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Haiti, Bahamas and 4 more.
Is there a day difference between Toronto and Dhaka?
Not normally. The +10h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Toronto and Dhaka?
Dhaka is +10h from Toronto.
What timezone is Toronto in?
Toronto shares Eastern Time (EST/EDT) with New York. As Canada's largest city and financial center, Toronto's TSX is among North America's largest stock exchanges.
What timezone is Dhaka in?
Dhaka operates on Bangladesh Standard Time (BST), UTC+6. As the world's second-largest garment hub, Dhaka time coordinates global fashion supply chains.
What are the business hours in Toronto?
Standard business hours in Toronto are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST.
What are the business hours in Dhaka?
Standard business hours in Dhaka are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM BST.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Toronto and Dhaka?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Toronto works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST and Dhaka works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM BST (+10h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Toronto and Dhaka?
Toronto uses CAD (C$) while Dhaka uses BDT (৳). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Toronto and Dhaka compare in size?
Toronto has a population of approximately 2.9 million (metro: 6.3 million), while Dhaka has approximately 10.3 million (metro: 22.5 million).
What are the major landmarks in Toronto and Dhaka?
Toronto is known for CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum, Ripley's Aquarium. Dhaka is famous for Lalbagh Fort, Ahsan Manzil, National Parliament House.
Do Toronto and Dhaka have stock exchanges?
Yes. Toronto has the TSX (Toronto Stock Exchange) and Dhaka has the DSE (Dhaka Stock Exchange). The +10h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use EST (Eastern Standard Time)?
EST is used in United States (Eastern), Canada (Ontario, Quebec), Mexico (Quintana Roo), Panama, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, and 6 more countries.
Does EST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, EST switches to EDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about EST?
EST is the most widely used time zone in the United States by population. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ operate on Eastern Time, opening at 9:30 AM EST.
Which cities are in the BDST timezone?
Major cities in the BDST timezone include Dhaka, Chittagong, Khulna, Rajshahi, Sylhet.
What is the UTC offset for BDST?
Bangladesh Standard Time (BDST) is at UTC+06:00.
What should I know about the BDST timezone?
Bangladesh uses a single time zone, UTC+06:00, across the entire country. Bangladesh does not observe daylight saving time, so the offset is fixed all year.
When is it midnight in Toronto, what time is it in Dhaka?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Toronto (EST), it is +10h later in Dhaka (BDST).
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