Nairobi to Auckland
+10hNairobi
EATSOURCEAuckland
NZDTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
EAT and NZDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the EAT (East Africa Time) and NZDT (New Zealand Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
EAT – East Africa Time
UTC+03:00East Africa Time (EAT) is the time zone for East Africa, 3 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Nairobi is a major tech hub in Africa, often called 'Silicon Savannah'.
- •Ethiopia uses its own calendar, which is 7-8 years behind the Gregorian calendar.
- •EAT is the same offset as MSK (Moscow Time).
NZST – New Zealand Standard Time
UTC+12:00New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) is the time zone for New Zealand, 12 hours ahead of UTC.
- •New Zealand is among the first major countries to see a new day.
- •NZST is 17 hours ahead of EST.
- •New Zealand observes DST from September to April (Southern Hemisphere summer).
About Nairobi
WikipediaNairobi operates on East Africa Time (EAT), UTC+3. As the tech hub of Africa (Silicon Savannah), Nairobi leads African fintech and mobile innovation.
Nairobi National Park is the only national park within a capital city, with lions visible against the skyline.
About Auckland
WikipediaAuckland operates on New Zealand Standard Time (NZST), UTC+12. As the first major city to see each day, Auckland opens global business ahead of all other markets.
Auckland is the first major city to see the sunrise each day (along with cities further east).
Comparing Time Zones: Nairobi and Auckland
Nairobi runs on East Africa Time (EAT) at UTC+03:00. Auckland runs on New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT) at UTC+13:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts Nairobi 10 hours ahead of Auckland — a difference of +10h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Nairobi it is 7:00 PM in Auckland. Midnight in Nairobi is 10:00 AM in Auckland.Auckland observes daylight saving time while Nairobi does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Nairobi to Auckland time conversion table
| Nairobi (EAT) | Auckland (NZDT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 7:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 10:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 5:00 PM | 3:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 4:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 7:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert Nairobi to Auckland time
- Scheduling a call from Nairobi to Auckland: a 10:00 AM start in Nairobi lands at 8:00 PM in Auckland, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +10h gap: Nairobi and Auckland 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 Auckland is 7:00 PM in Nairobi.
- Watching a live event or market open: Nairobi viewers need 7:00 PM in Auckland to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 2:00 PM if the event is anchored to Nairobi.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM EAT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +10h gap is not.
- With a +10h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Nairobi takes the early slot, the next week Auckland does.
- Auckland: Clocks fall back on Sat, Apr 3, 2027. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
About EAT (East Africa Time)
East Africa Time (EAT) is used in the countries of East Africa including Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, and others. EAT does not observe daylight saving time and shares the same offset as Moscow Standard Time (MSK).
About NZST (New Zealand Standard Time)
New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) is the standard time zone for New Zealand and its dependencies. New Zealand is among the first countries to see a new calendar day. During summer (September to April), clocks advance to New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT, UTC+13:00).
Best time to call between Nairobi and Auckland
With a +10h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Auckland opens at 9:00 AM NZDT, which is 7:00 PM in Nairobi, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Nairobi and Auckland have no shared working hours because of the +10h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Nairobi is 10 hours ahead of Auckland (EAT UTC+03:00 → NZDT UTC+13:00). 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
Nairobi
Does not observe DST
Auckland
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC+12:00 · DST: UTC+13:00
Clocks fall back on Sat, Apr 3, 2027
Learn More About Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Nairobi and Auckland?
Nairobi (EAT, UTC+03:00) is 10 hours ahead of Auckland (NZDT, UTC+13:00). The gap is currently +10h.
How do I convert Nairobi time to Auckland time?
Add +10h to Nairobi local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Nairobi is 7:00 PM in Auckland.
What time is it in Auckland right now?
Auckland uses NZDT at UTC+13:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +10h offset from Nairobi.
What is the best time to call Auckland from Nairobi?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +10h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Nairobi, which is 11:00 PM in Auckland.
Which is ahead, Nairobi or Auckland?
Nairobi is 10 hours ahead of Auckland. When it is 12:00 PM in Nairobi it is 10:00 PM in Auckland.
Do Nairobi and Auckland use different time zones?
Nairobi (Kenya) uses EAT at UTC+03:00, while Auckland (New Zealand) uses NZDT at UTC+13:00. The IANA identifiers are Africa/Nairobi and Pacific/Auckland.
Does daylight saving time affect the Nairobi–Auckland difference?
Yes at the moment: Auckland is on daylight saving time and Nairobi is not, so the +10h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Nairobi's time zone?
EAT also covers Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Dar es Salaam, Kampala, Mogadishu, Antananarivo.
Which countries use EAT, Nairobi's zone?
EAT is used in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, Somalia, Madagascar, Eritrea, Djibouti.
Is there a day difference between Nairobi and Auckland?
Not normally. The +10h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Nairobi and Auckland?
Auckland is +10h from Nairobi.
What timezone is Nairobi in?
Nairobi operates on East Africa Time (EAT), UTC+3. As the tech hub of Africa (Silicon Savannah), Nairobi leads African fintech and mobile innovation.
What timezone is Auckland in?
Auckland operates on New Zealand Standard Time (NZST), UTC+12. As the first major city to see each day, Auckland opens global business ahead of all other markets.
What are the business hours in Nairobi?
Standard business hours in Nairobi are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EAT.
What are the business hours in Auckland?
Standard business hours in Auckland are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM NZST.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Nairobi and Auckland?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Nairobi works 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EAT and Auckland works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM NZST (+10h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Nairobi and Auckland?
Nairobi uses KES (KSh) while Auckland uses NZD (NZ$). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Nairobi and Auckland compare in size?
Nairobi has a population of approximately 4.4 million (metro: 6.5 million), while Auckland has approximately 1.7 million (metro: 1.7 million).
What are the major landmarks in Nairobi and Auckland?
Nairobi is known for Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Centre, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Auckland is famous for Sky Tower, Auckland Harbour Bridge, Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Do Nairobi and Auckland have stock exchanges?
Yes. Nairobi has the NSE (Nairobi Securities Exchange) and Auckland has the NZX (New Zealand Exchange). The +10h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use EAT (East Africa Time)?
EAT is used in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, Somalia, Madagascar, and 2 more countries.
Does EAT observe daylight saving time?
No, EAT does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+03:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about EAT?
Nairobi is a major tech hub in Africa, often called 'Silicon Savannah'. Ethiopia uses its own calendar, which is 7-8 years behind the Gregorian calendar.
Which cities are in the NZST timezone?
Major cities in the NZST timezone include Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Dunedin.
What is the UTC offset for NZST?
New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) is at UTC+12:00. During daylight saving time, it shifts to NZDT.
What should I know about the NZST timezone?
New Zealand is among the first major countries to see a new day. NZST is 17 hours ahead of EST.
When is it midnight in Nairobi, what time is it in Auckland?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Nairobi (EAT), it is +10h later in Auckland (NZST).
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