Melbourne to São Paulo
-13hMelbourne
AESTSOURCESão Paulo
BRTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
AEST and BRT on the World Map
The map below highlights the AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time) and BRT (Brasilia Time) timezone regions across the globe.
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.
BRT – Brasilia Time
UTC-03:00Brasilia Time (BRT) is the time zone for eastern Brazil, 3 hours behind UTC.
- •Brazil abolished daylight saving time in 2019.
- •São Paulo is the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere.
- •BRT is 2 hours ahead of EST.
- •Brazil spans four different time zones.
- •The B3 stock exchange in São Paulo operates on BRT.
About Melbourne
WikipediaMelbourne operates on Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). As Australia's second-largest city, Melbourne shares business hours with Sydney and the ASX.
Melbourne was the capital of Australia from 1901 to 1927.
About São Paulo
WikipediaSão Paulo operates on Brasília Time (BRT), UTC-3. As South America's largest financial center, São Paulo's B3 exchange is the Americas' second-largest.
The city has more helicopters than any other city in the world due to traffic congestion.
Melbourne vs São Paulo: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
Melbourne runs on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) at UTC+10:00. São Paulo runs on Brasilia Standard Time (BRT) at UTC-03:00. That puts Melbourne 13 hours behind São Paulo — a difference of -13h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Melbourne it is 8:00 PM in São Paulo on the previous day. Midnight in Melbourne is 11:00 AM in São Paulo. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
Melbourne to São Paulo time conversion table
| Melbourne (AEST) | São Paulo (BRT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 11:00 AM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 5:00 PM | previous day |
| 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM | previous day |
| 8:00 AM | 7:00 PM | previous day |
| 9:00 AM | 8:00 PM | previous day |
| 12:00 PM | 11:00 PM | previous day |
| 3:00 PM | 2:00 AM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 4:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 8:00 AM | same day |
Why people convert Melbourne to São Paulo time
- Scheduling a call from Melbourne to São Paulo: a 10:00 AM start in Melbourne lands at 9:00 PM in São Paulo the previous day, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a -13h gap: Melbourne and São Paulo 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 São Paulo is 8:00 PM in Melbourne.
- Keeping family and friends in sync: knowing that 8:00 PM in Melbourne is 7:00 AM in São Paulo makes it easy to avoid calling at 3 AM.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM AEST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -13h gap is not.
- With a -13h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Melbourne takes the early slot, the next week São Paulo does.
- Melbourne: Clocks spring forward on Sat, Oct 3, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the -13h gap.
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.
About BRT (Brasilia Time)
Brasilia Time (BRT) is the standard time in the most populous regions of Brazil, including São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and the capital Brasília. Brazil abolished daylight saving time in 2019, so BRT is now observed year-round in these regions. Brazil spans four time zones in total.
Best time to call between Melbourne and São Paulo
With a -13h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. São Paulo opens at 9:00 AM BRT, which is 8:00 PM in Melbourne, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Melbourne and São Paulo have no shared working hours because of the -13h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Melbourne is 13 hours behind São Paulo (AEST UTC+10:00 → BRT UTC-03:00). 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
Melbourne
❄ Currently in Standard Time
Standard: UTC+10:00 · DST: UTC+11:00
Clocks spring forward on Sat, Oct 3, 2026
São Paulo
Does not observe DST
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Melbourne and São Paulo?
Melbourne (AEST, UTC+10:00) is 13 hours behind São Paulo (BRT, UTC-03:00). The gap is currently -13h.
How do I convert Melbourne time to São Paulo time?
Add -13h to Melbourne local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Melbourne is 8:00 PM in São Paulo (previous day).
What time is it in São Paulo right now?
São Paulo uses BRT at UTC-03:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the -13h offset from Melbourne.
What is the best time to call São Paulo from Melbourne?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the -13h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Melbourne, which is 12:00 AM in São Paulo.
Which is behind, Melbourne or São Paulo?
Melbourne is 13 hours behind São Paulo. When it is 12:00 PM in Melbourne it is 11:00 PM in São Paulo.
Do Melbourne and São Paulo use different time zones?
Melbourne (Australia) uses AEST at UTC+10:00, while São Paulo (Brazil) uses BRT at UTC-03:00. The IANA identifiers are Australia/Melbourne and America/Sao_Paulo.
Does daylight saving time affect the Melbourne–São Paulo difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the -13h offset between Melbourne and São Paulo is fixed all year.
Which other cities share Melbourne's time zone?
AEST also covers Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Hobart, Gold Coast.
Which countries use AEST, Melbourne's zone?
AEST is used in Australia (NSW, VIC, QLD, TAS, ACT), Papua New Guinea.
Is there a day difference between Melbourne and São Paulo?
Sometimes. The -13h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in Melbourne already falls on the in São Paulo.
What is the time difference between Melbourne and São Paulo?
São Paulo is -13h from Melbourne.
What timezone is Melbourne in?
Melbourne operates on Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). As Australia's second-largest city, Melbourne shares business hours with Sydney and the ASX.
What timezone is São Paulo in?
São Paulo operates on Brasília Time (BRT), UTC-3. As South America's largest financial center, São Paulo's B3 exchange is the Americas' second-largest.
What are the business hours in Melbourne?
Standard business hours in Melbourne are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEST.
What are the business hours in São Paulo?
Standard business hours in São Paulo are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM BRT.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Melbourne and São Paulo?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Melbourne works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEST and São Paulo works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM BRT (-13h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Melbourne and São Paulo?
Melbourne uses AUD (A$) while São Paulo uses BRL (R$). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Melbourne and São Paulo compare in size?
Melbourne has a population of approximately 5.1 million (metro: 5.1 million), while São Paulo has approximately 12.4 million (metro: 22.4 million).
What are the major landmarks in Melbourne and São Paulo?
Melbourne is known for Federation Square, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Royal Botanic Gardens. São Paulo is famous for Paulista Avenue, Ibirapuera Park, São Paulo Cathedral.
Do Melbourne and São Paulo have stock exchanges?
Yes. Melbourne has the ASX (Australian Securities Exchange) and São Paulo has the B3 (Brasil Bolsa Balcão). The -13h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time)?
AEST is used in Australia (NSW, VIC, QLD, TAS, ACT), Papua New Guinea.
Does AEST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, AEST switches to AEDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about AEST?
Queensland does not observe daylight saving time, staying on AEST year-round. Sydney and Melbourne switch to AEDT (UTC+11:00) in summer.
Which cities are in the BRT timezone?
Major cities in the BRT timezone include São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, Belo Horizonte, Salvador, Fortaleza, Recife, Curitiba.
What is the UTC offset for BRT?
Brasilia Time (BRT) is at UTC-03:00.
What should I know about the BRT timezone?
Brazil abolished daylight saving time in 2019. São Paulo is the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere.
When is it midnight in Melbourne, what time is it in São Paulo?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Melbourne (AEST), it is -13h later in São Paulo (BRT).
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