Lisbon to Sydney
+9hLisbon
WESTSOURCESydney
AESTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
WEST and AEST on the World Map
The map below highlights the WEST (Western European Time) and AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
WET – Western European Time
UTC+00:00Western European Time (WET) is the time zone for Portugal, Morocco, and the Canary Islands, same as UTC+00:00.
- •Portugal is the only mainland European country in the WET time zone.
- •The Canary Islands are on WET despite being part of Spain (which uses CET).
- •WET is identical to GMT and UTC+00:00.
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 Lisbon
WikipediaLisbon operates on Western European Time (WET/WEST), same as London. As Portugal's capital and an emerging tech hub, Lisbon bridges European and Atlantic time zones.
Lisbon has 300 days of sunshine per year and is a major startup hub in Europe.
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.
Everything You Need to Know About Lisbon and Sydney Time
Lisbon runs on Western European Summer Time (WEST) at UTC+01:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Sydney runs on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) at UTC+10:00. That puts Lisbon 9 hours ahead of Sydney — a difference of +9h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Lisbon it is 6:00 PM in Sydney. Midnight in Lisbon is 9:00 AM in Sydney.Lisbon observes daylight saving time while Sydney does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Lisbon to Sydney time conversion table
| Lisbon (WEST) | Sydney (AEST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 9:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 6:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 9:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 12:00 AM | next day |
| 5:00 PM | 2:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 3:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 6:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert Lisbon to Sydney time
- Scheduling a call from Lisbon to Sydney: a 10:00 AM start in Lisbon lands at 7:00 PM in Sydney, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +9h gap: Lisbon and Sydney 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 Sydney is 6:00 PM in Lisbon.
- Booking travel or deliveries: tracking Sydney local time against Lisbon keeps pickup windows and arrival estimates honest across the +9h offset.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM WEST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +9h gap is not.
- With a +9h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Lisbon takes the early slot, the next week Sydney does.
- Lisbon: Clocks fall back on Sun, Oct 25, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the +9h gap.
- Sydney: Clocks spring forward on Sat, Oct 3, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
About WET (Western European Time)
Western European Time (WET) is used in Portugal, the Canary Islands (Spain), Morocco, and several other locations. It is equivalent to GMT/UTC. During summer, Portugal and the Canary Islands switch to WEST (Western European Summer Time, UTC+01:00).
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 Lisbon and Sydney
With a +9h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Sydney opens at 9:00 AM AEST, which is 6:00 PM in Lisbon, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Lisbon and Sydney have no shared working hours because of the +9h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Lisbon is 9 hours ahead of Sydney (WEST UTC+01:00 → AEST UTC+10:00). 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
Lisbon
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC+00:00 · DST: UTC+01:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Oct 25, 2026
Sydney
❄ Currently in Standard Time
Standard: UTC+10:00 · DST: UTC+11:00
Clocks spring forward on Sat, Oct 3, 2026
⚠ These locations are currently in different DST states, so the time difference may change when clocks adjust.
Learn More About Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Lisbon and Sydney?
Lisbon (WEST, UTC+01:00) is 9 hours ahead of Sydney (AEST, UTC+10:00). The gap is currently +9h.
How do I convert Lisbon time to Sydney time?
Add +9h to Lisbon local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Lisbon is 6:00 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 +9h offset from Lisbon.
What is the best time to call Sydney from Lisbon?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +9h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Lisbon, which is 10:00 PM in Sydney.
Which is ahead, Lisbon or Sydney?
Lisbon is 9 hours ahead of Sydney. When it is 12:00 PM in Lisbon it is 9:00 PM in Sydney.
Do Lisbon and Sydney use different time zones?
Lisbon (Portugal) uses WEST at UTC+01:00, while Sydney (Australia) uses AEST at UTC+10:00. The IANA identifiers are Europe/Lisbon and Australia/Sydney.
Does daylight saving time affect the Lisbon–Sydney difference?
Yes at the moment: Lisbon is on daylight saving time and Sydney is not, so the +9h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Lisbon's time zone?
WEST also covers Lisbon, Porto, Casablanca, Las Palmas, Funchal, Rabat.
Which countries use WEST, Lisbon's zone?
WEST is used in Portugal, Spain (Canary Islands), Morocco, Western Sahara.
Is there a day difference between Lisbon and Sydney?
Not normally. The +9h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Lisbon and Sydney?
Sydney is +9h from Lisbon.
What timezone is Lisbon in?
Lisbon operates on Western European Time (WET/WEST), same as London. As Portugal's capital and an emerging tech hub, Lisbon bridges European and Atlantic time zones.
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 Lisbon?
Standard business hours in Lisbon are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM WET.
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 Lisbon and Sydney?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Lisbon works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM WET and Sydney works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEST (+9h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Lisbon and Sydney?
Lisbon uses EUR (€) while Sydney uses AUD (A$). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Lisbon and Sydney compare in size?
Lisbon has a population of approximately 545,000 (metro: 2.9 million), while Sydney has approximately 5.4 million (metro: 5.4 million).
What are the major landmarks in Lisbon and Sydney?
Lisbon is known for Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, São Jorge Castle. Sydney is famous for Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach.
Do Lisbon and Sydney have stock exchanges?
Yes. Lisbon has the Euronext Lisbon and Sydney has the ASX (Australian Securities Exchange). The +9h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use WET (Western European Time)?
WET is used in Portugal, Spain (Canary Islands), Morocco, Western Sahara.
Does WET observe daylight saving time?
Yes, WET switches to WEST during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about WET?
Portugal is the only mainland European country in the WET time zone. The Canary Islands are on WET despite being part of Spain (which uses CET).
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 Lisbon, what time is it in Sydney?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Lisbon (WET), it is +9h later in Sydney (AEST).
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