Los Angeles to Sydney
+17hLos Angeles
PDTSOURCESydney
AESTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
PDT and AEST on the World Map
The map below highlights the PDT (Pacific Standard Time) and AEST (Australian Eastern 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.
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 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 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.
Los Angeles vs Sydney: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
Los Angeles runs on Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) at UTC-07:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Sydney runs on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) at UTC+10:00. That puts Los Angeles 17 hours ahead of Sydney — a difference of +17h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Los Angeles it is 2:00 AM in Sydney on the next day. Midnight in Los Angeles is 5:00 PM in Sydney.Los Angeles observes daylight saving time while Sydney does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Los Angeles to Sydney time conversion table
| Los Angeles (PDT) | Sydney (AEST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 11:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 12:00 AM | next day |
| 8:00 AM | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 AM | 2:00 AM | next day |
| 12:00 PM | 5:00 AM | next day |
| 3:00 PM | 8:00 AM | next day |
| 5:00 PM | 10:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 11:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 2:00 PM | next day |
Why people convert Los Angeles to Sydney time
- Scheduling a call from Los Angeles to Sydney: a 10:00 AM start in Los Angeles lands at 3:00 AM in Sydney the next day, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +17h gap: Los Angeles 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 2:00 AM in Los Angeles.
- Watching a live event or market open: Los Angeles viewers need 2:00 AM in Sydney to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 7:00 AM 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 +17h gap is not.
- With a +17h 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 Sydney 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 +17h 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 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 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 Los Angeles and Sydney
With a +17h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Sydney opens at 9:00 AM AEST, which is 2:00 AM in Los Angeles, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Los Angeles and Sydney have no shared working hours because of the +17h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Los Angeles is 17 hours ahead of Sydney (PDT UTC-07:00 → 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
Los Angeles
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-08:00 · DST: UTC-07:00
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.
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 Sydney?
Los Angeles (PDT, UTC-07:00) is 17 hours ahead of Sydney (AEST, UTC+10:00). The gap is currently +17h.
How do I convert Los Angeles time to Sydney time?
Add +17h to Los Angeles local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Los Angeles is 2:00 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 +17h offset from Los Angeles.
What is the best time to call Sydney from Los Angeles?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +17h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Los Angeles, which is 6:00 AM in Sydney.
Which is ahead, Los Angeles or Sydney?
Los Angeles is 17 hours ahead of Sydney. When it is 12:00 PM in Los Angeles it is 5:00 AM in Sydney.
Do Los Angeles and Sydney use different time zones?
Los Angeles (USA) uses PDT at UTC-07:00, while Sydney (Australia) uses AEST at UTC+10:00. The IANA identifiers are America/Los_Angeles and Australia/Sydney.
Does daylight saving time affect the Los Angeles–Sydney difference?
Yes at the moment: Los Angeles is on daylight saving time and Sydney is not, so the +17h 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 Sydney?
Sometimes. The +17h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in Los Angeles already falls on the next day in Sydney.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Sydney?
Sydney is +17h 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 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 Los Angeles?
Standard business hours in Los Angeles are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST.
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 Los Angeles and Sydney?
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 Sydney works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEST (+17h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Los Angeles and Sydney?
Los Angeles uses USD ($) while Sydney uses AUD (A$). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Los Angeles and Sydney compare in size?
Los Angeles has a population of approximately 4 million (metro: 13.2 million), while Sydney has approximately 5.4 million (metro: 5.4 million).
What are the major landmarks in Los Angeles and Sydney?
Los Angeles is known for Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica Pier, Griffith Observatory. Sydney is famous for Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach.
Do Los Angeles and Sydney have stock exchanges?
Yes. Los Angeles has the N/A (Uses NYSE/NASDAQ) and Sydney has the ASX (Australian Securities Exchange). The +17h 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 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 Los Angeles, what time is it in Sydney?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Los Angeles (PST), it is +17h later in Sydney (AEST).
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