US and Australia Time Difference
What is the time difference?
Check the exact live time difference between the USA (New York) and Australia (Sydney).
Preset Time Differences Between Countries
Planning Calls Between the USA and Australia
When planning a call, it is important to consider the large time difference between the two countries. The exact time difference changes automatically based on Daylight Saving Time.
If you are in the US (New York), the most convenient time for a conference call or meeting is usually in the late afternoon or early evening. This aligns with morning working hours in Australia (Sydney) on the following day.
USA Time (New York): 04:00 PM – 07:00 PM
Australia Time (Sydney): 08:00 AM – 11:00 AM (next day)
Time Zones: New York follows Eastern Time (EST or EDT), while Sydney follows Australian Eastern Time (AEST or AEDT).
Daylight Saving Time: The US and Australia observe Daylight Saving Time in opposite seasons. Because of this, the time difference may range between 14 to 16 hours during the year. This tool automatically adjusts to show accurate live time.
Scheduling within this window ensures better coordination without requiring very late nights in the US or early mornings in Australia.