New York to Ho Chi Minh
+11hNew York
EDTSOURCEHo Chi Minh
ICTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
EDT and ICT on the World Map
The map below highlights the EDT (Eastern Standard Time) and ICT (Indochina 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.
ICT – Indochina Time
UTC+07:00Indochina Time (ICT) is the time zone for Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia, 7 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Bangkok is one of the most visited cities in the world.
- •ICT is 12 hours ahead of EST.
- •Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia all share ICT.
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 Ho Chi Minh
WikipediaHo Chi Minh City operates on Indochina Time (ICT), UTC+7. As Vietnam's economic powerhouse and a manufacturing hub, Saigon drives Southeast Asian trade.
The city has over 5 million motorbikes, outnumbering cars significantly.
New York to Ho Chi Minh Time Difference – Complete Guide
New York runs on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) at UTC-04:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Ho Chi Minh runs on Indochina Time (ICT) at UTC+07:00. That puts New York 11 hours ahead of Ho Chi Minh — a difference of +11h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in New York it is 8:00 PM in Ho Chi Minh. Midnight in New York is 11:00 AM in Ho Chi Minh.New York observes daylight saving time while Ho Chi Minh does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
New York to Ho Chi Minh time conversion table
| New York (EDT) | Ho Chi Minh (ICT) | 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 New York to Ho Chi Minh time
- Scheduling a call from New York to Ho Chi Minh: a 10:00 AM start in New York lands at 9:00 PM in Ho Chi Minh, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +11h gap: New York and Ho Chi Minh 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 Ho Chi Minh is 8:00 PM in New York.
- Coordinating a New York-based team with Ho Chi Minh 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 EDT" 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 New York takes the early slot, the next week Ho Chi Minh does.
- 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 +11h gap.
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 ICT (Indochina Time)
Indochina Time (ICT) is used across Southeast Asia including Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia. Indonesia (Western time, WIB) also uses UTC+07:00. ICT does not observe daylight saving time.
Best time to call between New York and Ho Chi Minh
With a +11h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Ho Chi Minh opens at 9:00 AM ICT, which is 8:00 PM in New York, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
New York and Ho Chi Minh have no shared working hours because of the +11h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
New York is 11 hours ahead of Ho Chi Minh (EDT UTC-04:00 → ICT UTC+07:00). 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
New York
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-05:00 · DST: UTC-04:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Ho Chi Minh
Does not observe DST
Learn More About Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between New York and Ho Chi Minh?
New York (EDT, UTC-04:00) is 11 hours ahead of Ho Chi Minh (ICT, UTC+07:00). The gap is currently +11h.
How do I convert New York time to Ho Chi Minh time?
Add +11h to New York local time. For example, 9:00 AM in New York is 8:00 PM in Ho Chi Minh.
What time is it in Ho Chi Minh right now?
Ho Chi Minh uses ICT at UTC+07:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +11h offset from New York.
What is the best time to call Ho Chi Minh from New York?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +11h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in New York, which is 12:00 AM in Ho Chi Minh.
Which is ahead, New York or Ho Chi Minh?
New York is 11 hours ahead of Ho Chi Minh. When it is 12:00 PM in New York it is 11:00 PM in Ho Chi Minh.
Do New York and Ho Chi Minh use different time zones?
New York (USA) uses EDT at UTC-04:00, while Ho Chi Minh (Vietnam) uses ICT at UTC+07:00. The IANA identifiers are America/New_York and Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh.
Does daylight saving time affect the New York–Ho Chi Minh difference?
Yes at the moment: New York is on daylight saving time and Ho Chi Minh is not, so the +11h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
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 Ho Chi Minh?
Not normally. The +11h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between New York and Ho Chi Minh?
Ho Chi Minh is +11h 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 Ho Chi Minh in?
Ho Chi Minh City operates on Indochina Time (ICT), UTC+7. As Vietnam's economic powerhouse and a manufacturing hub, Saigon drives Southeast Asian trade.
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 Ho Chi Minh?
Standard business hours in Ho Chi Minh are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ICT.
What is the best time to schedule a call between New York and Ho Chi Minh?
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 Ho Chi Minh works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ICT (+11h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in New York and Ho Chi Minh?
New York uses USD ($) while Ho Chi Minh uses VND (₫). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do New York and Ho Chi Minh compare in size?
New York has a population of approximately 8.3 million (metro: 20.1 million), while Ho Chi Minh has approximately 9 million (metro: 13 million).
What are the major landmarks in New York and Ho Chi Minh?
New York is known for Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square. Ho Chi Minh is famous for Notre-Dame Cathedral, War Remnants Museum, Ben Thanh Market.
Do New York and Ho Chi Minh have stock exchanges?
Yes. New York has the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange) and Ho Chi Minh has the HOSE (Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange). The +11h 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 ICT timezone?
Major cities in the ICT timezone include Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Jakarta, Phnom Penh, Vientiane.
What is the UTC offset for ICT?
Indochina Time (ICT) is at UTC+07:00.
What should I know about the ICT timezone?
Bangkok is one of the most visited cities in the world. ICT is 12 hours ahead of EST.
When is it midnight in New York, what time is it in Ho Chi Minh?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in New York (EST), it is +11h later in Ho Chi Minh (ICT).
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