São Paulo to New York
-1hSão Paulo
BRTSOURCENew York
EDTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
BRT and EDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the BRT (Brasilia Time) and EDT (Eastern Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
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.
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.
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.
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.
São Paulo to New York Time Difference – Complete Guide
São Paulo runs on Brasilia Standard Time (BRT) at UTC-03:00. New York runs on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) at UTC-04:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts São Paulo 1 hour behind New York — a difference of -1h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in São Paulo it is 8:00 AM in New York. Midnight in São Paulo is 11:00 PM in New York.New York observes daylight saving time while São Paulo does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
São Paulo to New York time conversion table
| São Paulo (BRT) | New York (EDT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 11:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 6:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 7:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert São Paulo to New York time
- Scheduling a call from São Paulo to New York: a 10:00 AM start in São Paulo lands at 9:00 AM in New York, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both São Paulo and New York are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM BRT time (9:00 AM–4:00 PM EDT). That is roughly 7 hours of usable overlap.
- Keeping family and friends in sync: knowing that 8:00 PM in São Paulo is 7:00 PM in New York makes it easy to avoid calling at 3 AM.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM BRT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -1h gap is not.
- Block 10:00 AM–5:00 PM BRT as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from São Paulo and need New York colleagues present.
- New York: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
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.
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.
Best time to call between São Paulo and New York
Both São Paulo and New York sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 10:00 AM–5:00 PM BRT, which is 9:00 AM–4:00 PM EDT. That gives roughly 7 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
São Paulo and New York share 7 hours of working-hours overlap (10:00 AM–5:00 PM BRT), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
São Paulo is 1 hour behind New York (BRT UTC-03:00 → EDT UTC-04:00). The shared working window is 10:00 AM–5:00 PM BRT. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
São Paulo
Does not observe DST
New York
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-05:00 · DST: UTC-04:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Learn More About Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between São Paulo and New York?
São Paulo (BRT, UTC-03:00) is 1 hour behind New York (EDT, UTC-04:00). The gap is currently -1h.
How do I convert São Paulo time to New York time?
Add -1h to São Paulo local time. For example, 9:00 AM in São Paulo is 8:00 AM in New York.
What time is it in New York right now?
New York uses EDT at UTC-04:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the -1h offset from São Paulo.
What is the best time to call New York from São Paulo?
Call between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM BRT — that maps to 9:00 AM–4:00 PM EDT and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is behind, São Paulo or New York?
São Paulo is 1 hour behind New York. When it is 12:00 PM in São Paulo it is 11:00 AM in New York.
Do São Paulo and New York use different time zones?
São Paulo (Brazil) uses BRT at UTC-03:00, while New York (USA) uses EDT at UTC-04:00. The IANA identifiers are America/Sao_Paulo and America/New_York.
Does daylight saving time affect the São Paulo–New York 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 São Paulo's time zone?
BRT also covers São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, Belo Horizonte, Salvador, Fortaleza, Recife, Curitiba.
Which countries use BRT, São Paulo's zone?
BRT is used in Brazil (eastern).
Is there a day difference between São Paulo and New York?
Not normally. The -1h gap only pushes the date over the previous day.
What is the time difference between São Paulo and New York?
New York is -1h from São Paulo.
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 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 are the business hours in São Paulo?
Standard business hours in São Paulo are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM BRT.
What are the business hours in New York?
Standard business hours in New York are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST.
What is the best time to schedule a call between São Paulo and New York?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. São Paulo works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM BRT and New York works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST (-1h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in São Paulo and New York?
São Paulo uses BRL (R$) while New York uses USD ($). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do São Paulo and New York compare in size?
São Paulo has a population of approximately 12.4 million (metro: 22.4 million), while New York has approximately 8.3 million (metro: 20.1 million).
What are the major landmarks in São Paulo and New York?
São Paulo is known for Paulista Avenue, Ibirapuera Park, São Paulo Cathedral. New York is famous for Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square.
Do São Paulo and New York have stock exchanges?
Yes. São Paulo has the B3 (Brasil Bolsa Balcão) and New York has the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange). The -1h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use BRT (Brasilia Time)?
BRT is used in Brazil (eastern).
Does BRT observe daylight saving time?
No, BRT does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC-03:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about BRT?
Brazil abolished daylight saving time in 2019. São Paulo is the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere.
Which cities are in the EST timezone?
Major cities in the EST timezone include New York City, Washington D.C., Miami, Toronto, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, Montreal.
What is the UTC offset for EST?
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is at UTC-05:00. During daylight saving time, it shifts to EDT.
What should I know about the EST timezone?
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.
When is it midnight in São Paulo, what time is it in New York?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in São Paulo (BRT), it is -1h later in New York (EST).
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