Los Angeles to Dubai
+11hLos Angeles
PDTSOURCEDubai
GSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
PDT and GST on the World Map
The map below highlights the PDT (Pacific Standard Time) and GST (Gulf Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
PST – Pacific Standard Time
UTC-08:00Pacific Standard Time (PST) is the time zone for the US and Canadian Pacific coast, 8 hours behind UTC.
- •Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time.
- •The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.
- •PST is 3 hours behind EST, creating a significant business hours gap.
- •Vancouver, Canada's third-largest city, uses PST.
GST – Gulf Standard Time
UTC+04:00Gulf Standard Time (GST) is used in the UAE, Oman, and other Gulf states, 4 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Dubai uses GST year-round with no daylight saving time.
- •GST is 9 hours ahead of EST and 4 hours ahead of GMT.
- •The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) operates on GST.
About Los Angeles
WikipediaLos Angeles operates on Pacific Time (PST/PDT), 3 hours behind New York. As the entertainment capital, LA time is important for media and tech industries.
Los Angeles is the entertainment capital of the world, home to Hollywood and major film studios.
About Dubai
WikipediaDubai operates on Gulf Standard Time (GST), 4 hours ahead of GMT. Dubai's position between Europe and Asia makes it a strategic hub for international business.
Dubai has no income tax, making it a major hub for international business.
Everything You Need to Know About Los Angeles and Dubai Time
Los Angeles runs on Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) at UTC-07:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Dubai runs on Gulf Standard Time (GST) at UTC+04:00. That puts Los Angeles 11 hours ahead of Dubai — a difference of +11h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Los Angeles it is 8:00 PM in Dubai. Midnight in Los Angeles is 11:00 AM in Dubai.Los Angeles observes daylight saving time while Dubai does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Los Angeles to Dubai time conversion table
| Los Angeles (PDT) | Dubai (GST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 7:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 11:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 2:00 AM | next day |
| 5:00 PM | 4:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 5:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 8:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert Los Angeles to Dubai time
- Scheduling a call from Los Angeles to Dubai: a 10:00 AM start in Los Angeles lands at 9:00 PM in Dubai, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +11h gap: Los Angeles and Dubai 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 Dubai is 8:00 PM in Los Angeles.
- Watching a live event or market open: Los Angeles viewers need 8:00 PM in Dubai to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 1:00 PM if the event is anchored to Los Angeles.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM PDT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +11h gap is not.
- With a +11h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Los Angeles takes the early slot, the next week Dubai does.
- Los Angeles: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the +11h gap.
About PST (Pacific Standard Time)
Pacific Standard Time (PST) covers the west coast of North America, including tech hubs like San Francisco and Seattle, and entertainment capital Los Angeles. The Pacific Time Zone is home to Silicon Valley and the world's largest technology companies. During summer, clocks advance to Pacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC-07:00). PST is also observed in Baja California, Mexico.
About GST (Gulf Standard Time)
Gulf Standard Time (GST) is the time zone used in the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and other Gulf states. GST does not observe daylight saving time. Dubai and Abu Dhabi, major international business and tourism hubs, operate on GST.
Best time to call between Los Angeles and Dubai
With a +11h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Dubai opens at 9:00 AM GST, which is 8:00 PM in Los Angeles, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Los Angeles and Dubai have no shared working hours because of the +11h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Los Angeles is 11 hours ahead of Dubai (PDT UTC-07:00 → GST UTC+04:00). 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
Los Angeles
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-08:00 · DST: UTC-07:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Dubai
Does not observe DST
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 Los Angeles and Dubai?
Los Angeles (PDT, UTC-07:00) is 11 hours ahead of Dubai (GST, UTC+04:00). The gap is currently +11h.
How do I convert Los Angeles time to Dubai time?
Add +11h to Los Angeles local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Los Angeles is 8:00 PM in Dubai.
What time is it in Dubai right now?
Dubai uses GST at UTC+04:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +11h offset from Los Angeles.
What is the best time to call Dubai from Los Angeles?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +11h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Los Angeles, which is 12:00 AM in Dubai.
Which is ahead, Los Angeles or Dubai?
Los Angeles is 11 hours ahead of Dubai. When it is 12:00 PM in Los Angeles it is 11:00 PM in Dubai.
Do Los Angeles and Dubai use different time zones?
Los Angeles (USA) uses PDT at UTC-07:00, while Dubai (UAE) uses GST at UTC+04:00. The IANA identifiers are America/Los_Angeles and Asia/Dubai.
Does daylight saving time affect the Los Angeles–Dubai difference?
Yes at the moment: Los Angeles is on daylight saving time and Dubai is not, so the +11h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Los Angeles's time zone?
PDT also covers Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, San Diego, Portland, Las Vegas, Sacramento and 2 more.
Which countries use PDT, Los Angeles's zone?
PDT is used in United States (Pacific), Canada (British Columbia), Mexico (Baja California).
Is there a day difference between Los Angeles and Dubai?
Not normally. The +11h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Dubai?
Dubai is +11h from Los Angeles.
What timezone is Los Angeles in?
Los Angeles operates on Pacific Time (PST/PDT), 3 hours behind New York. As the entertainment capital, LA time is important for media and tech industries.
What timezone is Dubai in?
Dubai operates on Gulf Standard Time (GST), 4 hours ahead of GMT. Dubai's position between Europe and Asia makes it a strategic hub for international business.
What are the business hours in Los Angeles?
Standard business hours in Los Angeles are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST.
What are the business hours in Dubai?
Standard business hours in Dubai are 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM GST.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Los Angeles and Dubai?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Los Angeles works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST and Dubai works 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM GST (+11h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Los Angeles and Dubai?
Los Angeles uses USD ($) while Dubai uses AED (د.إ). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Los Angeles and Dubai compare in size?
Los Angeles has a population of approximately 4 million (metro: 13.2 million), while Dubai has approximately 3.5 million (metro: 4.1 million).
What are the major landmarks in Los Angeles and Dubai?
Los Angeles is known for Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica Pier, Griffith Observatory. Dubai is famous for Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab.
Do Los Angeles and Dubai have stock exchanges?
Yes. Los Angeles has the N/A (Uses NYSE/NASDAQ) and Dubai has the DFM (Dubai Financial Market). The +11h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use PST (Pacific Standard Time)?
PST is used in United States (Pacific), Canada (British Columbia), Mexico (Baja California).
Does PST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, PST switches to PDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about PST?
Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time. The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.
Which cities are in the GST timezone?
Major cities in the GST timezone include Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Muscat, Baku, Tbilisi.
What is the UTC offset for GST?
Gulf Standard Time (GST) is at UTC+04:00.
What should I know about the GST timezone?
Dubai uses GST year-round with no daylight saving time. GST is 9 hours ahead of EST and 4 hours ahead of GMT.
When is it midnight in Los Angeles, what time is it in Dubai?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Los Angeles (PST), it is +11h later in Dubai (GST).
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