Jakarta to Sydney
+3hJakarta
WIBSOURCESydney
AESTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
WIB and AEST on the World Map
The map below highlights the WIB (Western Indonesia Time) and AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
WIB – Western Indonesia Time
UTC+07:00Western Indonesia Time (WIB, UTC+07:00) covers Java, Sumatra and West Kalimantan, including Jakarta.
- •Indonesia spans three time zones: WIB (UTC+07:00), WITA (UTC+08:00) and WIT (UTC+09:00).
- •Indonesia has not observed daylight saving time since 1964.
- •Jakarta is the largest city in Southeast Asia by population.
- •WIB shares the UTC+07:00 offset with Indochina Time.
AEST – Australian Eastern Standard Time
UTC+10:00Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) covers eastern Australia, 10 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Queensland does not observe daylight saving time, staying on AEST year-round.
- •Sydney and Melbourne switch to AEDT (UTC+11:00) in summer.
- •The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) operates on AEST/AEDT.
- •AEST is 15 hours ahead of EST during winter.
About Jakarta
WikipediaJakarta operates on Western Indonesia Time (WIB), UTC+7. As Southeast Asia's largest economy, Jakarta's IDX is a key emerging market exchange.
Indonesia has 3 time zones; Jakarta uses Western Indonesia Time (WIB).
About Sydney
WikipediaSydney operates on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST/AEDT). As Australia's financial capital, Sydney opens global markets at the start of the business day.
Sydney is one of the first major cities to welcome the New Year.
Jakarta vs Sydney: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
Jakarta runs on Western Indonesia Time (WIB) at UTC+07:00. Sydney runs on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) at UTC+10:00. That puts Jakarta 3 hours ahead of Sydney — a difference of +3h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Jakarta it is 12:00 PM in Sydney. Midnight in Jakarta is 3:00 AM in Sydney. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
Jakarta to Sydney time conversion table
| Jakarta (WIB) | Sydney (AEST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 3:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 9:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 6:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 9:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 12:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert Jakarta to Sydney time
- Scheduling a call from Jakarta to Sydney: a 10:00 AM start in Jakarta lands at 1:00 PM in Sydney, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Jakarta and Sydney are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM WIB time (12:00 PM–5:00 PM AEST). That is roughly 5 hours of usable overlap.
- Coordinating a Jakarta-based team with Sydney contacts: quoting times in the other side's local clock — not your own — removes the single biggest source of missed meetings.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM WIB" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +3h gap is not.
- Block 9:00 AM–2:00 PM WIB as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Jakarta and need Sydney colleagues present.
- Sydney: Clocks spring forward on Sat, Oct 3, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
About WIB (Western Indonesia Time)
Western Indonesia Time (WIB, Waktu Indonesia Barat) is one of Indonesia's three time zones, fixed at UTC+07:00 all year. It covers Java, Sumatra, West Kalimantan and the provinces around them — home to Jakarta, the country's capital and largest city, plus Surabaya and Bandung. Indonesia does not observe daylight saving time, so WIB never shifts. WIB shares its UTC+07:00 offset with Indochina Time (ICT) and Christmas Island Time, but is a distinct zone covering the western half of the Indonesian archipelago. The country's other zones are WITA (UTC+08:00) in the centre and WIT (UTC+09:00) in the east.
About AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time)
Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is used in the eastern states of Australia including New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, and the ACT. During summer (October to April), NSW, VIC, TAS, and ACT switch to Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT, UTC+11:00), while Queensland remains on AEST year-round.
Best time to call between Jakarta and Sydney
Both Jakarta and Sydney sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 9:00 AM–2:00 PM WIB, which is 12:00 PM–5:00 PM AEST. That gives roughly 5 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Jakarta and Sydney share 5 hours of working-hours overlap (9:00 AM–2:00 PM WIB), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
Jakarta is 3 hours ahead of Sydney (WIB UTC+07:00 → AEST UTC+10:00). The shared working window is 9:00 AM–2:00 PM WIB. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
Jakarta
Does not observe DST
Sydney
❄ Currently in Standard Time
Standard: UTC+10:00 · DST: UTC+11:00
Clocks spring forward on Sat, Oct 3, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Jakarta and Sydney?
Jakarta (WIB, UTC+07:00) is 3 hours ahead of Sydney (AEST, UTC+10:00). The gap is currently +3h.
How do I convert Jakarta time to Sydney time?
Add +3h to Jakarta local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Jakarta is 12:00 PM in Sydney.
What time is it in Sydney right now?
Sydney uses AEST at UTC+10:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +3h offset from Jakarta.
What is the best time to call Sydney from Jakarta?
Call between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM WIB — that maps to 12:00 PM–5:00 PM AEST and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is ahead, Jakarta or Sydney?
Jakarta is 3 hours ahead of Sydney. When it is 12:00 PM in Jakarta it is 3:00 PM in Sydney.
Do Jakarta and Sydney use different time zones?
Jakarta (Indonesia) uses WIB at UTC+07:00, while Sydney (Australia) uses AEST at UTC+10:00. The IANA identifiers are Asia/Jakarta and Australia/Sydney.
Does daylight saving time affect the Jakarta–Sydney difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the +3h offset between Jakarta and Sydney is fixed all year.
Which other cities share Jakarta's time zone?
WIB also covers Jakarta, Surabaya, Bandung, Medan, Palembang.
Which countries use WIB, Jakarta's zone?
WIB is used in Indonesia (Java, Sumatra, West Kalimantan).
Is there a day difference between Jakarta and Sydney?
Not normally. The +3h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Jakarta and Sydney?
Sydney is +3h from Jakarta.
What timezone is Jakarta in?
Jakarta operates on Western Indonesia Time (WIB), UTC+7. As Southeast Asia's largest economy, Jakarta's IDX is a key emerging market exchange.
What timezone is Sydney in?
Sydney operates on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST/AEDT). As Australia's financial capital, Sydney opens global markets at the start of the business day.
What are the business hours in Jakarta?
Standard business hours in Jakarta are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM WIB.
What are the business hours in Sydney?
Standard business hours in Sydney are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEST.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Jakarta and Sydney?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Jakarta works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM WIB and Sydney works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEST (+3h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Jakarta and Sydney?
Jakarta uses IDR (Rp) while Sydney uses AUD (A$). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Jakarta and Sydney compare in size?
Jakarta has a population of approximately 10.5 million (metro: 34.5 million), while Sydney has approximately 5.4 million (metro: 5.4 million).
What are the major landmarks in Jakarta and Sydney?
Jakarta is known for Monas, Istiqlal Mosque, Old Town (Kota Tua). Sydney is famous for Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach.
Do Jakarta and Sydney have stock exchanges?
Yes. Jakarta has the IDX (Indonesia Stock Exchange) and Sydney has the ASX (Australian Securities Exchange). The +3h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use WIB (Western Indonesia Time)?
WIB is used in Indonesia (Java, Sumatra, West Kalimantan).
Does WIB observe daylight saving time?
No, WIB does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+07:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about WIB?
Indonesia spans three time zones: WIB (UTC+07:00), WITA (UTC+08:00) and WIT (UTC+09:00). Indonesia has not observed daylight saving time since 1964.
Which cities are in the AEST timezone?
Major cities in the AEST timezone include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Hobart, Gold Coast.
What is the UTC offset for AEST?
Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is at UTC+10:00. During daylight saving time, it shifts to AEDT.
What should I know about the AEST timezone?
Queensland does not observe daylight saving time, staying on AEST year-round. Sydney and Melbourne switch to AEDT (UTC+11:00) in summer.
When is it midnight in Jakarta, what time is it in Sydney?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Jakarta (WIB), it is +3h later in Sydney (AEST).
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