New York to São Paulo
+1hNew York
EDTSOURCESão Paulo
BRTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
EDT and BRT on the World Map
The map below highlights the EDT (Eastern Standard Time) and BRT (Brasilia Time) timezone regions across the globe.
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.
BRT – Brasilia Time
UTC-03:00Brasilia Time (BRT) is the time zone for eastern Brazil, 3 hours behind UTC.
- •Brazil abolished daylight saving time in 2019.
- •São Paulo is the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere.
- •BRT is 2 hours ahead of EST.
- •Brazil spans four different time zones.
- •The B3 stock exchange in São Paulo operates on BRT.
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.
About São Paulo
WikipediaSão Paulo operates on Brasília Time (BRT), UTC-3. As South America's largest financial center, São Paulo's B3 exchange is the Americas' second-largest.
The city has more helicopters than any other city in the world due to traffic congestion.
Comparing Time Zones: New York and São Paulo
New York runs on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) at UTC-04:00, currently observing daylight saving time. São Paulo runs on Brasilia Standard Time (BRT) at UTC-03:00. That puts New York 1 hour ahead of São Paulo — a difference of +1h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in New York it is 10:00 AM in São Paulo. Midnight in New York is 1:00 AM in São Paulo.New York observes daylight saving time while São Paulo does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
New York to São Paulo time conversion table
| New York (EDT) | São Paulo (BRT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 1:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 7:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 9:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 1:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 6:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 10:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert New York to São Paulo time
- Scheduling a call from New York to São Paulo: a 10:00 AM start in New York lands at 11:00 AM in São Paulo, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both New York and São Paulo are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM EDT time (10:00 AM–5:00 PM BRT). That is roughly 7 hours of usable overlap.
- Coordinating a New York-based team with São Paulo 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 EDT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +1h gap is not.
- Block 9:00 AM–4:00 PM EDT as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from New York and need São Paulo colleagues present.
- New York: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the +1h gap.
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.
About BRT (Brasilia Time)
Brasilia Time (BRT) is the standard time in the most populous regions of Brazil, including São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and the capital Brasília. Brazil abolished daylight saving time in 2019, so BRT is now observed year-round in these regions. Brazil spans four time zones in total.
Best time to call between New York and São Paulo
Both New York and São Paulo sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 9:00 AM–4:00 PM EDT, which is 10:00 AM–5:00 PM BRT. That gives roughly 7 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
New York and São Paulo share 7 hours of working-hours overlap (9:00 AM–4:00 PM EDT), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
New York is 1 hour ahead of São Paulo (EDT UTC-04:00 → BRT UTC-03:00). The shared working window is 9:00 AM–4:00 PM EDT. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
New York
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-05:00 · DST: UTC-04:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
São Paulo
Does not observe DST
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between New York and São Paulo?
New York (EDT, UTC-04:00) is 1 hour ahead of São Paulo (BRT, UTC-03:00). The gap is currently +1h.
How do I convert New York time to São Paulo time?
Add +1h to New York local time. For example, 9:00 AM in New York is 10:00 AM in São Paulo.
What time is it in São Paulo right now?
São Paulo uses BRT at UTC-03:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +1h offset from New York.
What is the best time to call São Paulo from New York?
Call between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM EDT — that maps to 10:00 AM–5:00 PM BRT and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is ahead, New York or São Paulo?
New York is 1 hour ahead of São Paulo. When it is 12:00 PM in New York it is 1:00 PM in São Paulo.
Do New York and São Paulo use different time zones?
New York (USA) uses EDT at UTC-04:00, while São Paulo (Brazil) uses BRT at UTC-03:00. The IANA identifiers are America/New_York and America/Sao_Paulo.
Does daylight saving time affect the New York–São Paulo difference?
Yes at the moment: New York is on daylight saving time and São Paulo is not, so the +1h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share New York's time zone?
EDT also covers New York City, Washington D.C., Miami, Toronto, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, Montreal and 8 more.
Which countries use EDT, New York's zone?
EDT is used in United States (Eastern), Canada (Ontario, Quebec), Mexico (Quintana Roo), Panama, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Haiti, Bahamas and 4 more.
Is there a day difference between New York and São Paulo?
Not normally. The +1h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between New York and São Paulo?
São Paulo is +1h from New York.
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 timezone is São Paulo in?
São Paulo operates on Brasília Time (BRT), UTC-3. As South America's largest financial center, São Paulo's B3 exchange is the Americas' second-largest.
What are the business hours in New York?
Standard business hours in New York are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST.
What are the business hours in São Paulo?
Standard business hours in São Paulo are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM BRT.
What is the best time to schedule a call between New York and São Paulo?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. New York works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST and São Paulo works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM BRT (+1h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in New York and São Paulo?
New York uses USD ($) while São Paulo uses BRL (R$). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do New York and São Paulo compare in size?
New York has a population of approximately 8.3 million (metro: 20.1 million), while São Paulo has approximately 12.4 million (metro: 22.4 million).
What are the major landmarks in New York and São Paulo?
New York is known for Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square. São Paulo is famous for Paulista Avenue, Ibirapuera Park, São Paulo Cathedral.
Do New York and São Paulo have stock exchanges?
Yes. New York has the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange) and São Paulo has the B3 (Brasil Bolsa Balcão). The +1h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use EST (Eastern Standard Time)?
EST is used in United States (Eastern), Canada (Ontario, Quebec), Mexico (Quintana Roo), Panama, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, and 6 more countries.
Does EST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, EST switches to EDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about EST?
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.
Which cities are in the BRT timezone?
Major cities in the BRT timezone include São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, Belo Horizonte, Salvador, Fortaleza, Recife, Curitiba.
What is the UTC offset for BRT?
Brasilia Time (BRT) is at UTC-03:00.
What should I know about the BRT timezone?
Brazil abolished daylight saving time in 2019. São Paulo is the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere.
When is it midnight in New York, what time is it in São Paulo?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in New York (EST), it is +1h later in São Paulo (BRT).
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