Singapore to New York
-12hSingapore
SGTSOURCENew York
EDTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
SGT and EDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the SGT (Singapore Standard Time) and EDT (Eastern Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
SGT – Singapore Standard Time
UTC+08:00Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is the time zone for Singapore, 8 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Singapore uses UTC+08:00 despite being at about 104°E longitude (closer to UTC+07:00).
- •Singapore does not observe daylight saving time.
- •The Singapore Exchange (SGX) operates on SGT.
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.
About Singapore
WikipediaSingapore Standard Time (SGT) is 8 hours ahead of GMT. As Asia's leading financial hub, Singapore bridges business hours between Europe and Australia.
The city-state has the world's highest percentage of millionaires, with 1 in 6 households.
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.
Time Conversion Guide: Singapore to New York
Singapore runs on Singapore Standard Time (SGT) at UTC+08:00. New York runs on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) at UTC-04:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts Singapore 12 hours behind New York — a difference of -12h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Singapore it is 9:00 PM in New York on the previous day. Midnight in Singapore is 12:00 PM in New York.New York observes daylight saving time while Singapore does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Singapore to New York time conversion table
| Singapore (SGT) | New York (EDT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 12:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 6:00 PM | previous day |
| 7:00 AM | 7:00 PM | previous day |
| 8:00 AM | 8:00 PM | previous day |
| 9:00 AM | 9:00 PM | previous day |
| 12:00 PM | 12:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 3:00 AM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 6:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 9:00 AM | same day |
Why people convert Singapore to New York time
- Scheduling a call from Singapore to New York: a 10:00 AM start in Singapore lands at 10:00 PM in New York the previous day, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a -12h gap: Singapore and New York 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 New York is 9:00 PM in Singapore.
- Booking travel or deliveries: tracking New York local time against Singapore keeps pickup windows and arrival estimates honest across the -12h offset.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM SGT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -12h gap is not.
- With a -12h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Singapore takes the early slot, the next week New York does.
- New York: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
About SGT (Singapore Standard Time)
Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is used in Singapore year-round. Singapore does not observe daylight saving time. Despite being geographically close to the UTC+07:00 zone, Singapore uses UTC+08:00 to align with major trading partners like China, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. Singapore is a major global financial hub.
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.
Best time to call between Singapore and New York
With a -12h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. New York opens at 9:00 AM EDT, which is 9:00 PM in Singapore, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Singapore and New York have no shared working hours because of the -12h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Singapore is 12 hours behind New York (SGT UTC+08:00 → EDT 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
Singapore
Does not observe DST
New York
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-05:00 · DST: UTC-04:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
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 Singapore and New York?
Singapore (SGT, UTC+08:00) is 12 hours behind New York (EDT, UTC-04:00). The gap is currently -12h.
How do I convert Singapore time to New York time?
Add -12h to Singapore local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Singapore is 9:00 PM in New York (previous day).
What time is it in New York right now?
New York uses EDT at UTC-04:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the -12h offset from Singapore.
What is the best time to call New York from Singapore?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the -12h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Singapore, which is 1:00 AM in New York.
Which is behind, Singapore or New York?
Singapore is 12 hours behind New York. When it is 12:00 PM in Singapore it is 12:00 AM in New York.
Do Singapore and New York use different time zones?
Singapore (Singapore) uses SGT at UTC+08:00, while New York (USA) uses EDT at UTC-04:00. The IANA identifiers are Asia/Singapore and America/New_York.
Does daylight saving time affect the Singapore–New York difference?
Yes at the moment: New York is on daylight saving time and Singapore is not, so the -12h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Singapore's time zone?
SGT also covers Singapore.
Which countries use SGT, Singapore's zone?
SGT is used in Singapore.
Is there a day difference between Singapore and New York?
Sometimes. The -12h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in Singapore already falls on the in New York.
What is the time difference between Singapore and New York?
New York is -12h from Singapore.
What timezone is Singapore in?
Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is 8 hours ahead of GMT. As Asia's leading financial hub, Singapore bridges business hours between Europe and Australia.
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 are the business hours in Singapore?
Standard business hours in Singapore are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM SGT.
What are the business hours in New York?
Standard business hours in New York are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Singapore and New York?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Singapore works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM SGT and New York works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST (-12h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Singapore and New York?
Singapore uses SGD (S$) while New York uses USD ($). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Singapore and New York compare in size?
Singapore has a population of approximately 5.5 million (metro: 5.9 million), while New York has approximately 8.3 million (metro: 20.1 million).
What are the major landmarks in Singapore and New York?
Singapore is known for Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Merlion. New York is famous for Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square.
Do Singapore and New York have stock exchanges?
Yes. Singapore has the SGX (Singapore Exchange) and New York has the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange). The -12h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use SGT (Singapore Standard Time)?
SGT is used in Singapore.
Does SGT observe daylight saving time?
No, SGT does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+08:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about SGT?
Singapore uses UTC+08:00 despite being at about 104°E longitude (closer to UTC+07:00). Singapore does not observe daylight saving time.
Which cities are in the EST timezone?
Major cities in the EST timezone include New York City, Washington D.C., Miami, Toronto, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, Montreal.
What is the UTC offset for EST?
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is at UTC-05:00. During daylight saving time, it shifts to EDT.
What should I know about the EST timezone?
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.
When is it midnight in Singapore, what time is it in New York?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Singapore (SGT), it is -12h later in New York (EST).
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