Singapore to Sydney
+2hSingapore
SGTSOURCESydney
AESTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
SGT and AEST on the World Map
The map below highlights the SGT (Singapore Standard Time) and AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
SGT – Singapore Standard Time
UTC+08:00Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is the time zone for Singapore, 8 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Singapore uses UTC+08:00 despite being at about 104°E longitude (closer to UTC+07:00).
- •Singapore does not observe daylight saving time.
- •The Singapore Exchange (SGX) operates on SGT.
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 Singapore
WikipediaSingapore Standard Time (SGT) is 8 hours ahead of GMT. As Asia's leading financial hub, Singapore bridges business hours between Europe and Australia.
The city-state has the world's highest percentage of millionaires, with 1 in 6 households.
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.
Singapore vs Sydney: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
Singapore runs on Singapore Standard Time (SGT) at UTC+08:00. Sydney runs on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) at UTC+10:00. That puts Singapore 2 hours ahead of Sydney — a difference of +2h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Singapore it is 11:00 AM in Sydney. Midnight in Singapore is 2:00 AM in Sydney. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
Singapore to Sydney time conversion table
| Singapore (SGT) | Sydney (AEST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 2:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 9:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 7:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 11:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert Singapore to Sydney time
- Scheduling a call from Singapore to Sydney: a 10:00 AM start in Singapore lands at 12:00 PM in Sydney, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Singapore and Sydney are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM SGT time (11:00 AM–5:00 PM AEST). That is roughly 6 hours of usable overlap.
- Watching a live event or market open: Singapore viewers need 11:00 AM in Sydney to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 10:00 PM if the event is anchored to Singapore.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM SGT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +2h gap is not.
- Block 9:00 AM–3:00 PM SGT as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Singapore and need Sydney colleagues present.
- Sydney: Clocks spring forward on Sat, Oct 3, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
About SGT (Singapore Standard Time)
Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is used in Singapore year-round. Singapore does not observe daylight saving time. Despite being geographically close to the UTC+07:00 zone, Singapore uses UTC+08:00 to align with major trading partners like China, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. Singapore is a major global financial hub.
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 Singapore and Sydney
Both Singapore and Sydney sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 9:00 AM–3:00 PM SGT, which is 11:00 AM–5:00 PM AEST. That gives roughly 6 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Singapore and Sydney share 6 hours of working-hours overlap (9:00 AM–3:00 PM SGT), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
Singapore is 2 hours ahead of Sydney (SGT UTC+08:00 → AEST UTC+10:00). The shared working window is 9:00 AM–3:00 PM SGT. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
Singapore
Does not observe DST
Sydney
❄ Currently in Standard Time
Standard: UTC+10:00 · DST: UTC+11:00
Clocks spring forward on Sat, Oct 3, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Singapore and Sydney?
Singapore (SGT, UTC+08:00) is 2 hours ahead of Sydney (AEST, UTC+10:00). The gap is currently +2h.
How do I convert Singapore time to Sydney time?
Add +2h to Singapore local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Singapore is 11:00 AM in Sydney.
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 +2h offset from Singapore.
What is the best time to call Sydney from Singapore?
Call between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM SGT — that maps to 11:00 AM–5:00 PM AEST and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is ahead, Singapore or Sydney?
Singapore is 2 hours ahead of Sydney. When it is 12:00 PM in Singapore it is 2:00 PM in Sydney.
Do Singapore and Sydney use different time zones?
Singapore (Singapore) uses SGT at UTC+08:00, while Sydney (Australia) uses AEST at UTC+10:00. The IANA identifiers are Asia/Singapore and Australia/Sydney.
Does daylight saving time affect the Singapore–Sydney difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the +2h offset between Singapore and Sydney is fixed all year.
Which other cities share Singapore's time zone?
SGT also covers Singapore.
Which countries use SGT, Singapore's zone?
SGT is used in Singapore.
Is there a day difference between Singapore and Sydney?
Not normally. The +2h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Singapore and Sydney?
Sydney is +2h from Singapore.
What timezone is Singapore in?
Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is 8 hours ahead of GMT. As Asia's leading financial hub, Singapore bridges business hours between Europe and Australia.
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 Singapore?
Standard business hours in Singapore are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM SGT.
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 Singapore and Sydney?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Singapore works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM SGT and Sydney works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEST (+2h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Singapore and Sydney?
Singapore uses SGD (S$) while Sydney uses AUD (A$). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Singapore and Sydney compare in size?
Singapore has a population of approximately 5.5 million (metro: 5.9 million), while Sydney has approximately 5.4 million (metro: 5.4 million).
What are the major landmarks in Singapore and Sydney?
Singapore is known for Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Merlion. Sydney is famous for Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach.
Do Singapore and Sydney have stock exchanges?
Yes. Singapore has the SGX (Singapore Exchange) and Sydney has the ASX (Australian Securities Exchange). The +2h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use SGT (Singapore Standard Time)?
SGT is used in Singapore.
Does SGT observe daylight saving time?
No, SGT does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+08:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about SGT?
Singapore uses UTC+08:00 despite being at about 104°E longitude (closer to UTC+07:00). Singapore does not observe daylight saving time.
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 Singapore, what time is it in Sydney?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Singapore (SGT), it is +2h later in Sydney (AEST).
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