New York to London
+5hNew York
EDTSOURCELondon
BSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
EDT and BST on the World Map
The map below highlights the EDT (Eastern Standard Time) and BST (Greenwich Mean 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.
GMT – Greenwich Mean Time
UTC+00:00Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is the mean solar time at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, London. It is the same as UTC+00:00.
- •GMT is based on the Prime Meridian (0° longitude) passing through Greenwich, London.
- •The Royal Observatory in Greenwich has been the reference point for GMT since 1884.
- •GMT and UTC are often used interchangeably, but UTC is based on atomic clocks.
- •Iceland uses GMT year-round and never observes daylight saving time.
- •The UK switches from GMT to BST (British Summer Time) in late March each year.
About New York
WikipediaNew York City, the financial capital of the world, operates on Eastern Time (EST/EDT). Home to Wall Street and the NYSE, NYC is crucial for global business coordination.
New York City has more than 800 languages spoken, making it the most linguistically diverse city in the world.
About London
WikipediaLondon, where Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) originates, is the world's leading financial center alongside New York. The city bridges European and American business hours.
Big Ben is actually the name of the bell inside the Elizabeth Tower, not the tower itself.
New York vs London: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
New York runs on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) at UTC-04:00, currently observing daylight saving time. London runs on British Summer Time (BST) at UTC+01:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts New York 5 hours ahead of London — a difference of +5h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in New York it is 2:00 PM in London. Midnight in New York is 5:00 AM in London. Because both zones shift for daylight saving, the gap between them only changes during the few weeks each year when their transition dates differ.
New York to London time conversion table
| New York (EDT) | London (BST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 12:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 1:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 10:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 11:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 2:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert New York to London time
- Scheduling a call from New York to London: a 10:00 AM start in New York lands at 3:00 PM in London, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both New York and London are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM EDT time (2:00 PM–5:00 PM BST). That is roughly 3 hours of usable overlap.
- Watching a live event or market open: New York viewers need 2:00 PM in London to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 7:00 PM if the event is anchored to New York.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM EDT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +5h gap is not.
- Block 9:00 AM–12:00 PM EDT as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from New York and need London colleagues present.
- New York: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the +5h gap.
- London: Clocks fall back on Sun, Oct 25, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
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 GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is the clock time at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, London, which sits on the Prime Meridian (0° longitude). GMT serves as the reference point from which all other time zones are calculated. The United Kingdom uses GMT during winter months and switches to British Summer Time (BST, UTC+01:00) from late March to late October. Several West African nations use GMT year-round. GMT is often used interchangeably with UTC (Coordinated Universal Time), although technically they are different – UTC is based on atomic clocks while GMT is based on Earth's rotation.
Best time to call between New York and London
Both New York and London sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 9:00 AM–12:00 PM EDT, which is 2:00 PM–5:00 PM BST. That gives roughly 3 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
New York and London overlap for about 3 hours during the working day — enough for meetings if you avoid the edges of the window.
New York is 5 hours ahead of London (EDT UTC-04:00 → BST UTC+01:00). The shared working window is 9:00 AM–12:00 PM EDT. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
New York
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-05:00 · DST: UTC-04:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
London
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC+00:00 · DST: UTC+01:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Oct 25, 2026
Learn More About Time
Dive deeper into the fascinating world of timekeeping, time zones, and how they shape our global society:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between New York and London?
New York (EDT, UTC-04:00) is 5 hours ahead of London (BST, UTC+01:00). The gap is currently +5h.
How do I convert New York time to London time?
Add +5h to New York local time. For example, 9:00 AM in New York is 2:00 PM in London.
What time is it in London right now?
London uses BST at UTC+01:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +5h offset from New York.
What is the best time to call London from New York?
Call between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM EDT — that maps to 2:00 PM–5:00 PM BST and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is ahead, New York or London?
New York is 5 hours ahead of London. When it is 12:00 PM in New York it is 5:00 PM in London.
Do New York and London use different time zones?
New York (USA) uses EDT at UTC-04:00, while London (UK) uses BST at UTC+01:00. The IANA identifiers are America/New_York and Europe/London.
Does daylight saving time affect the New York–London difference?
Both zones observe DST, so the difference stays at +5h for most of the year and only changes during the weeks when their transition dates do not line up.
Which other cities share New York'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, New York'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 New York and London?
Not normally. The +5h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between New York and London?
London is +5h from New York.
What timezone is New York in?
New York City, the financial capital of the world, operates on Eastern Time (EST/EDT). Home to Wall Street and the NYSE, NYC is crucial for global business coordination.
What timezone is London in?
London, where Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) originates, is the world's leading financial center alongside New York. The city bridges European and American business hours.
What are the business hours in New York?
Standard business hours in New York are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST.
What are the business hours in London?
Standard business hours in London are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM GMT.
What is the best time to schedule a call between New York and London?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. New York works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST and London works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM GMT (+5h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in New York and London?
New York uses USD ($) while London uses GBP (£). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do New York and London compare in size?
New York has a population of approximately 8.3 million (metro: 20.1 million), while London has approximately 8.8 million (metro: 14.8 million).
What are the major landmarks in New York and London?
New York is known for Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square. London is famous for Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace.
Do New York and London have stock exchanges?
Yes. New York has the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange) and London has the LSE (London Stock Exchange). The +5h 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 GMT timezone?
Major cities in the GMT timezone include London, Dublin, Lisbon, Accra, Reykjavik, Edinburgh, Casablanca, Dakar.
What is the UTC offset for GMT?
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is at UTC+00:00. During daylight saving time, it shifts to BST.
What should I know about the GMT timezone?
GMT is based on the Prime Meridian (0° longitude) passing through Greenwich, London. The Royal Observatory in Greenwich has been the reference point for GMT since 1884.
When is it midnight in New York, what time is it in London?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in New York (EST), it is +5h later in London (GMT).
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