Edmonton to Sydney
+16hEdmonton
MDTSOURCESydney
AESTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
MDT and AEST on the World Map
The map below highlights the MDT (Mountain Standard Time) and AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
MST – Mountain Standard Time
UTC-07:00Mountain Standard Time (MST) is the time zone for the Mountain region of North America, 7 hours behind UTC.
- •Arizona does not observe daylight saving time, staying on MST year-round.
- •The Navajo Nation in Arizona does observe DST, unlike the rest of the state.
- •Denver, the 'Mile High City', is the largest city fully in MST.
- •MST covers 6 US states entirely and parts of several others.
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 Edmonton
WikipediaEdmonton operates on Mountain Time (MST/MDT), same as Denver. As Alberta's capital and an energy hub, Edmonton time aligns with Western Canadian markets.
The city has the most extensive urban parkland in North America.
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.
Edmonton vs Sydney: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
Edmonton runs on Mountain Daylight Time (MDT) at UTC-06:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Sydney runs on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) at UTC+10:00. That puts Edmonton 16 hours ahead of Sydney — a difference of +16h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Edmonton it is 1:00 AM in Sydney on the next day. Midnight in Edmonton is 4:00 PM in Sydney.Edmonton observes daylight saving time while Sydney does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Edmonton to Sydney time conversion table
| Edmonton (MDT) | Sydney (AEST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 10:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 11:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 12:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 AM | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 12:00 PM | 4:00 AM | next day |
| 3:00 PM | 7:00 AM | next day |
| 5:00 PM | 9:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 10:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 1:00 PM | next day |
Why people convert Edmonton to Sydney time
- Scheduling a call from Edmonton to Sydney: a 10:00 AM start in Edmonton lands at 2:00 AM in Sydney the next day, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +16h gap: Edmonton 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 1:00 AM in Edmonton.
- Coordinating a Edmonton-based team with Sydney 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 MDT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +16h gap is not.
- With a +16h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Edmonton takes the early slot, the next week Sydney does.
- Edmonton: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the +16h 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 MST (Mountain Standard Time)
Mountain Standard Time (MST) covers the Rocky Mountain region of the United States and Canada. Arizona is notable for not observing daylight saving time, staying on MST year-round (except the Navajo Nation). The time zone includes major cities like Denver, Phoenix, Calgary, and Salt Lake City. During summer, most areas switch to Mountain Daylight Time (MDT, UTC-06:00).
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 Edmonton and Sydney
With a +16h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Sydney opens at 9:00 AM AEST, which is 1:00 AM in Edmonton, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Edmonton and Sydney have no shared working hours because of the +16h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Edmonton is 16 hours ahead of Sydney (MDT UTC-06:00 → 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
Edmonton
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-07:00 · DST: UTC-06:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Edmonton and Sydney?
Edmonton (MDT, UTC-06:00) is 16 hours ahead of Sydney (AEST, UTC+10:00). The gap is currently +16h.
How do I convert Edmonton time to Sydney time?
Add +16h to Edmonton local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Edmonton is 1:00 AM in Sydney (next day).
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 +16h offset from Edmonton.
What is the best time to call Sydney from Edmonton?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +16h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Edmonton, which is 5:00 AM in Sydney.
Which is ahead, Edmonton or Sydney?
Edmonton is 16 hours ahead of Sydney. When it is 12:00 PM in Edmonton it is 4:00 AM in Sydney.
Do Edmonton and Sydney use different time zones?
Edmonton (Canada) uses MDT at UTC-06:00, while Sydney (Australia) uses AEST at UTC+10:00. The IANA identifiers are America/Edmonton and Australia/Sydney.
Does daylight saving time affect the Edmonton–Sydney difference?
Yes at the moment: Edmonton is on daylight saving time and Sydney is not, so the +16h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Edmonton's time zone?
MDT also covers Denver, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Calgary, Edmonton, Albuquerque, El Paso, Tucson and 2 more.
Which countries use MDT, Edmonton's zone?
MDT is used in United States (Mountain), Canada (Alberta), Mexico (Chihuahua, Sonora).
Is there a day difference between Edmonton and Sydney?
Sometimes. The +16h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in Edmonton already falls on the next day in Sydney.
What is the time difference between Edmonton and Sydney?
Sydney is +16h from Edmonton.
What timezone is Edmonton in?
Edmonton operates on Mountain Time (MST/MDT), same as Denver. As Alberta's capital and an energy hub, Edmonton time aligns with Western Canadian markets.
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 Edmonton?
Standard business hours in Edmonton are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM MST.
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 Edmonton and Sydney?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Edmonton works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM MST and Sydney works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEST (+16h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Edmonton and Sydney?
Edmonton uses CAD (C$) while Sydney uses AUD (A$). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Edmonton and Sydney compare in size?
Edmonton has a population of approximately 1 million (metro: 1.4 million), while Sydney has approximately 5.4 million (metro: 5.4 million).
What are the major landmarks in Edmonton and Sydney?
Edmonton is known for West Edmonton Mall, Fort Edmonton Park, Art Gallery of Alberta. Sydney is famous for Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach.
Do Edmonton and Sydney have stock exchanges?
Yes. Edmonton has the N/A (Uses TSX) and Sydney has the ASX (Australian Securities Exchange). The +16h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use MST (Mountain Standard Time)?
MST is used in United States (Mountain), Canada (Alberta), Mexico (Chihuahua, Sonora).
Does MST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, MST switches to MDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about MST?
Arizona does not observe daylight saving time, staying on MST year-round. The Navajo Nation in Arizona does observe DST, unlike the rest of the state.
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 Edmonton, what time is it in Sydney?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Edmonton (MST), it is +16h later in Sydney (AEST).
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