Time difference between Australia and Saudi Arabia: 7 hours
Australia is 7 hours ahead of Saudi Arabia
Difference by time zone
This country spans multiple time zones, so the summary above uses the main zone. The table below shows the difference for each zone.
| Australia — Time zone | Saudi Arabia — Time zone | Difference vs Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Time (Sydney) | Saudi Arabia | +7 hours |
| Western Time (Perth) | Saudi Arabia | +5 hours |
Best time for a call or meeting
Australia 16:00–18:00 = Saudi Arabia 09:00–11:00
Both cities are within business hours (9:00–18:00).
Convert a specific time
Hour-by-hour conversion
| Australia | Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|
| 00:00 | 17:00 |
| 01:00 | 18:00 |
| 02:00 | 19:00 |
| 03:00 | 20:00 |
| 04:00 | 21:00 |
| 05:00 | 22:00 |
| 06:00 | 23:00 |
| 07:00 | 00:00 |
| 08:00 | 01:00 |
| 09:00 | 02:00 |
| 10:00 | 03:00 |
| 11:00 | 04:00 |
| 12:00 | 05:00 |
| 13:00 | 06:00 |
| 14:00 | 07:00 |
| 15:00 | 08:00 |
| 16:00 | 09:00 |
| 17:00 | 10:00 |
| 18:00 | 11:00 |
| 19:00 | 12:00 |
| 20:00 | 13:00 |
| 21:00 | 14:00 |
| 22:00 | 15:00 |
| 23:00 | 16:00 |
Daylight saving time can change the difference by season. Shown values reflect the current offset.
Frequently asked questions
How many hours is the time difference between Australia and Saudi Arabia?
Australia is 7 hours ahead of Saudi Arabia. When it is 12:00 noon in Australia, it is 05:00 in Saudi Arabia.
Does daylight saving time affect the difference?
Yes. One or both places observe daylight saving time, so the difference changes with the season. This page shows the current difference.
What is the best time for a call or meeting?
Australia 16:00–18:00 = Saudi Arabia 09:00–11:00. Both cities are within business hours (9:00–18:00).
How many time zones does Australia have?
This page covers 2 time zones in Australia, using Eastern Time (Sydney) as the reference. See the table above for each zone.