Melbourne to Perth
-2hMelbourne
AESTSOURCEPerth
AWSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
AEST and AWST on the World Map
The map below highlights the AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time) and AWST (Australian Western Standard 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.
AWST – Australian Western Standard Time
UTC+08:00Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is the time zone for Western Australia, 8 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Western Australia does not observe daylight saving time.
- •Perth is the most isolated major city in the world.
- •AWST is the same offset as China Standard Time and Singapore Time.
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 Perth
WikipediaPerth operates on Australian Western Time (AWST), UTC+8 with no daylight saving. As Australia's mining capital, Perth coordinates with Asian markets.
Western Australia does not observe daylight saving time.
Time Conversion Guide: Melbourne to Perth
Melbourne runs on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) at UTC+10:00. Perth runs on Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) at UTC+08:00. That puts Melbourne 2 hours behind Perth — a difference of -2h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Melbourne it is 7:00 AM in Perth. Midnight in Melbourne is 10:00 PM in Perth. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
Melbourne to Perth time conversion table
| Melbourne (AEST) | Perth (AWST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 10:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 4:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 6:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 7:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 1:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 7:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert Melbourne to Perth time
- Scheduling a call from Melbourne to Perth: a 10:00 AM start in Melbourne lands at 8:00 AM in Perth, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Melbourne and Perth are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM AEST time (9:00 AM–3:00 PM AWST). That is roughly 6 hours of usable overlap.
- Keeping family and friends in sync: knowing that 8:00 PM in Melbourne is 6:00 PM in Perth 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 -2h gap is not.
- Block 11:00 AM–5:00 PM AEST as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Melbourne and need Perth colleagues present.
- Melbourne: Clocks spring forward on Sat, Oct 3, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the -2h 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 AWST (Australian Western Standard Time)
Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is used in Western Australia. WA does not observe daylight saving time, having rejected it in multiple referendums. Perth is the most remote major city in the world.
Best time to call between Melbourne and Perth
Both Melbourne and Perth sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 11:00 AM–5:00 PM AEST, which is 9:00 AM–3:00 PM AWST. That gives roughly 6 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Melbourne and Perth share 6 hours of working-hours overlap (11:00 AM–5:00 PM AEST), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
Melbourne is 2 hours behind Perth (AEST UTC+10:00 → AWST UTC+08:00). The shared working window is 11:00 AM–5:00 PM AEST. 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
Perth
Does not observe DST
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Melbourne and Perth?
Melbourne (AEST, UTC+10:00) is 2 hours behind Perth (AWST, UTC+08:00). The gap is currently -2h.
How do I convert Melbourne time to Perth time?
Add -2h to Melbourne local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Melbourne is 7:00 AM in Perth.
What time is it in Perth right now?
Perth uses AWST at UTC+08:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the -2h offset from Melbourne.
What is the best time to call Perth from Melbourne?
Call between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM AEST — that maps to 9:00 AM–3:00 PM AWST and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is behind, Melbourne or Perth?
Melbourne is 2 hours behind Perth. When it is 12:00 PM in Melbourne it is 10:00 AM in Perth.
Do Melbourne and Perth use different time zones?
Melbourne (Australia) uses AEST at UTC+10:00, while Perth (Australia) uses AWST at UTC+08:00. The IANA identifiers are Australia/Melbourne and Australia/Perth.
Does daylight saving time affect the Melbourne–Perth difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the -2h offset between Melbourne and Perth 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 Perth?
Not normally. The -2h gap only pushes the date over the previous day.
What is the time difference between Melbourne and Perth?
Perth is -2h 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 Perth in?
Perth operates on Australian Western Time (AWST), UTC+8 with no daylight saving. As Australia's mining capital, Perth coordinates with Asian markets.
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 Perth?
Standard business hours in Perth are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AWST.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Melbourne and Perth?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Melbourne works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEST and Perth works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AWST (-2h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
How do Melbourne and Perth compare in size?
Melbourne has a population of approximately 5.1 million (metro: 5.1 million), while Perth has approximately 2.1 million (metro: 2.2 million).
What are the major landmarks in Melbourne and Perth?
Melbourne is known for Federation Square, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Royal Botanic Gardens. Perth is famous for Kings Park, Perth Mint, Elizabeth Quay.
Do Melbourne and Perth have stock exchanges?
Yes. Melbourne has the ASX (Australian Securities Exchange) and Perth has the ASX (via Sydney). The -2h 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 AWST timezone?
Major cities in the AWST timezone include Perth, Mandurah, Bunbury, Geraldton.
What is the UTC offset for AWST?
Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is at UTC+08:00.
What should I know about the AWST timezone?
Western Australia does not observe daylight saving time. Perth is the most isolated major city in the world.
When is it midnight in Melbourne, what time is it in Perth?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Melbourne (AEST), it is -2h later in Perth (AWST).
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