What time is it in London?
The clock below shows the exact local time in London, United Kingdom, ticking live in your browser. London is home of Greenwich, the original reference point for world time.
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Time zone & daylight saving
London uses the Europe/London time zone, which is currently UTC+1. London changes its clocks next on Sunday, October 25, 2026, moving from UTC+1 to UTC+0.
If you have a call or flight around a clock change, double-check the time a few days before. Most mix-ups happen on the weekend the clocks move.
Time difference from major cities
| City | UTC offset | vs London |
|---|---|---|
| New York | UTC−4 | -5 h |
| Los Angeles | UTC−7 | -8 h |
| Dubai | UTC+4 | +3 h |
| Tokyo | UTC+9 | +8 h |
| Sydney | UTC+11 | +10 h |
Planning a call
Here is how common business hours in London line up elsewhere today:
| London | New York | London | Tokyo |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 in London | 03:00 | 08:00 | 16:00 |
| 10:00 in London | 05:00 | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| 12:00 in London | 07:00 | 12:00 | 20:00 |
| 14:00 in London | 09:00 | 14:00 | 22:00 |
| 16:00 in London | 11:00 | 16:00 | 00:00 |
| 18:00 in London | 13:00 | 18:00 | 02:00 |
| 20:00 in London | 15:00 | 20:00 | 04:00 |
A rough rule: anything between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. in the earlier city usually lands inside working hours for both sides, unless they are more than 8 hours apart.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is London in?
London is in the Europe/London time zone, currently UTC+1.
Does London have daylight saving time?
Yes. London changes its clocks next on Sunday, October 25, 2026, moving from UTC+1 to UTC+0.
How do I know the time difference between me and London?
The live line under the clock compares your device's time zone with London and updates automatically.