Vancouver to Kuala Lumpur
+15hVancouver
PDTSOURCEKuala Lumpur
MYTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
PDT and MYT on the World Map
The map below highlights the PDT (Pacific Standard Time) and MYT (Malaysia Time) timezone regions across the globe.
PST – Pacific Standard Time
UTC-08:00Pacific Standard Time (PST) is the time zone for the US and Canadian Pacific coast, 8 hours behind UTC.
- •Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time.
- •The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.
- •PST is 3 hours behind EST, creating a significant business hours gap.
- •Vancouver, Canada's third-largest city, uses PST.
MYT – Malaysia Time
UTC+08:00Malaysia Time (MYT) is the standard time for Malaysia, 8 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Malaysia does not observe daylight saving time.
- •MYT is the same offset as Singapore Time (SGT) and China Standard Time.
- •Kuala Lumpur is a major financial hub in Southeast Asia.
About Vancouver
WikipediaVancouver operates on Pacific Time (PST/PDT), same as Los Angeles. As Canada's gateway to Asia, Vancouver bridges North American and Asian markets.
The city consistently ranks among the world's most livable cities.
About Kuala Lumpur
WikipediaKuala Lumpur operates on Malaysia Time (MYT), UTC+8. As Malaysia's financial capital, KL shares business hours with Singapore and Hong Kong.
The Petronas Twin Towers were the world's tallest buildings from 1998 to 2004.
Comparing Time Zones: Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur
Vancouver runs on Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) at UTC-07:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Kuala Lumpur runs on Malaysia Time (MYT) at UTC+08:00. That puts Vancouver 15 hours ahead of Kuala Lumpur — a difference of +15h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Vancouver it is 12:00 AM in Kuala Lumpur on the next day. Midnight in Vancouver is 3:00 PM in Kuala Lumpur.Vancouver observes daylight saving time while Kuala Lumpur does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Vancouver to Kuala Lumpur time conversion table
| Vancouver (PDT) | Kuala Lumpur (MYT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 9:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 10:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 11:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 12:00 AM | next day |
| 12:00 PM | 3:00 AM | next day |
| 3:00 PM | 6:00 AM | next day |
| 5:00 PM | 8:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 9:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 12:00 PM | next day |
Why people convert Vancouver to Kuala Lumpur time
- Scheduling a call from Vancouver to Kuala Lumpur: a 10:00 AM start in Vancouver lands at 1:00 AM in Kuala Lumpur the next day, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +15h gap: Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur is 12:00 AM in Vancouver.
- Booking travel or deliveries: tracking Kuala Lumpur local time against Vancouver keeps pickup windows and arrival estimates honest across the +15h offset.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM PDT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +15h gap is not.
- With a +15h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Vancouver takes the early slot, the next week Kuala Lumpur does.
About PST (Pacific Standard Time)
Pacific Standard Time (PST) covers the west coast of North America, including tech hubs like San Francisco and Seattle, and entertainment capital Los Angeles. The Pacific Time Zone is home to Silicon Valley and the world's largest technology companies. During summer, clocks advance to Pacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC-07:00). PST is also observed in Baja California, Mexico.
About MYT (Malaysia Time)
Malaysia Time (MYT) is used throughout Malaysia, including Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak on Borneo). MYT does not observe daylight saving time. Malaysia shares the same offset as China, Singapore, and the Philippines.
Best time to call between Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur
With a +15h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Kuala Lumpur opens at 9:00 AM MYT, which is 12:00 AM in Vancouver, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur have no shared working hours because of the +15h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Vancouver is 15 hours ahead of Kuala Lumpur (PDT UTC-07:00 → MYT UTC+08:00). 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
Vancouver
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-08:00 · DST: UTC-07:00
Kuala Lumpur
Does not observe DST
Learn More About Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur?
Vancouver (PDT, UTC-07:00) is 15 hours ahead of Kuala Lumpur (MYT, UTC+08:00). The gap is currently +15h.
How do I convert Vancouver time to Kuala Lumpur time?
Add +15h to Vancouver local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Vancouver is 12:00 AM in Kuala Lumpur (next day).
What time is it in Kuala Lumpur right now?
Kuala Lumpur uses MYT at UTC+08:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +15h offset from Vancouver.
What is the best time to call Kuala Lumpur from Vancouver?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +15h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Vancouver, which is 4:00 AM in Kuala Lumpur.
Which is ahead, Vancouver or Kuala Lumpur?
Vancouver is 15 hours ahead of Kuala Lumpur. When it is 12:00 PM in Vancouver it is 3:00 AM in Kuala Lumpur.
Do Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur use different time zones?
Vancouver (Canada) uses PDT at UTC-07:00, while Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) uses MYT at UTC+08:00. The IANA identifiers are America/Vancouver and Asia/Kuala_Lumpur.
Does daylight saving time affect the Vancouver–Kuala Lumpur difference?
Yes at the moment: Vancouver is on daylight saving time and Kuala Lumpur is not, so the +15h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Vancouver's time zone?
PDT also covers Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, San Diego, Portland, Las Vegas, Sacramento and 2 more.
Which countries use PDT, Vancouver's zone?
PDT is used in United States (Pacific), Canada (British Columbia), Mexico (Baja California).
Is there a day difference between Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur?
Sometimes. The +15h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in Vancouver already falls on the next day in Kuala Lumpur.
What is the time difference between Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur is +15h from Vancouver.
What timezone is Vancouver in?
Vancouver operates on Pacific Time (PST/PDT), same as Los Angeles. As Canada's gateway to Asia, Vancouver bridges North American and Asian markets.
What timezone is Kuala Lumpur in?
Kuala Lumpur operates on Malaysia Time (MYT), UTC+8. As Malaysia's financial capital, KL shares business hours with Singapore and Hong Kong.
What are the business hours in Vancouver?
Standard business hours in Vancouver are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST.
What are the business hours in Kuala Lumpur?
Standard business hours in Kuala Lumpur are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM MYT.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Vancouver works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST and Kuala Lumpur works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM MYT (+15h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur?
Vancouver uses CAD (C$) while Kuala Lumpur uses MYR (RM). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur compare in size?
Vancouver has a population of approximately 675,000 (metro: 2.6 million), while Kuala Lumpur has approximately 1.8 million (metro: 8.3 million).
What are the major landmarks in Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur?
Vancouver is known for Stanley Park, Capilano Suspension Bridge, Gastown. Kuala Lumpur is famous for Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower, Batu Caves.
Do Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur have stock exchanges?
Yes. Vancouver has the TSX-V (TSX Venture Exchange) and Kuala Lumpur has the Bursa Malaysia. The +15h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use PST (Pacific Standard Time)?
PST is used in United States (Pacific), Canada (British Columbia), Mexico (Baja California).
Does PST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, PST switches to PDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about PST?
Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time. The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.
Which cities are in the MYT timezone?
Major cities in the MYT timezone include Kuala Lumpur, George Town, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching.
What is the UTC offset for MYT?
Malaysia Time (MYT) is at UTC+08:00.
What should I know about the MYT timezone?
Malaysia does not observe daylight saving time. MYT is the same offset as Singapore Time (SGT) and China Standard Time.
When is it midnight in Vancouver, what time is it in Kuala Lumpur?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Vancouver (PST), it is +15h later in Kuala Lumpur (MYT).
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