Free Online Time Zone Converter — Instant & Accurate
Need to know what time it is in New York when it's 3 PM in London? Or schedule a meeting between Mumbai and Tokyo? Our free time zone converter makes it instant. Just pick your two cities, enter the time, and hit Convert — no math, no confusion.
The tool uses your browser's built-in IANA timezone database, which means Daylight Saving Time (DST) is handled 100% automatically. You'll always get the right time, even during clock changes in March or November.
How to Use the Time Zone Converter
- 1In the "From" block, select your city and enter the time in AM/PM format.
- 2In the "To" block, select the city you want to convert to.
- 3Click the "Convert Time" button.
- 4Your result appears instantly — including whether it's the next or previous day.
Use the Swap button to instantly reverse the direction of conversion.
Features
- 44 major world cities across every continent
- AM/PM format input — familiar and easy for everyone
- Country name shown alongside every city for clarity
- Automatic DST (Daylight Saving Time) detection
- Next day / Previous day indicator so you never miss a calendar shift
- UTC offset shown for both cities
- Works 100% in your browser — no data sent to any server
- Free forever — no account, no signup, no limits
Common Use Cases
📅 Schedule International Meetings
Find the perfect overlap time for teams spread across London, New York, and Singapore.
✈️ Plan International Travel
Know exactly what time you'll land, and what time it is back home when you arrive.
📺 Watch Live Events Abroad
Convert event start times so you never miss a sports match, concert, or webinar.
💼 Freelancers & Remote Teams
Coordinate deadlines and stand-ups across Dubai, Mumbai, Toronto, and beyond.
Popular Time Zone Conversions
| From | To | Time difference |
|---|---|---|
| New York (EST) | London (GMT) | +5 hours |
| London (GMT) | Dubai (GST) | +4 hours |
| Dubai (GST) | Mumbai (IST) | +1.5 hours |
| Mumbai (IST) | Singapore (SGT) | +2.5 hours |
| Singapore (SGT) | Tokyo (JST) | +1 hour |
| New York (EST) | Los Angeles (PST) | -3 hours |
* Differences shown are for standard time. Use the tool above for DST-accurate results.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a time zone converter?
A time zone converter is a tool that translates a specific time in one location to the equivalent time in another location, accounting for each region's UTC offset and Daylight Saving Time rules.
Does this tool handle Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
Yes. The converter uses the browser's IANA timezone database, which includes all DST rules for every country. The result you see is always accurate for today's date.
What does "Next day" or "Previous day" mean in the result?
When the converted time crosses midnight, the result may fall on the next or previous calendar day relative to your input time. For example, 11 PM in New York is 4 AM the next day in London.
Is this time zone converter free?
Completely free. No account, no signup, no limits. All processing happens in your browser — your data is never sent to any server.
How many cities are supported?
The tool currently supports 44 major cities across every continent, covering all major business and travel destinations worldwide.
What is UTC offset?
UTC offset is the difference between a location's local time and Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). For example, India Standard Time (IST) is UTC+5:30, meaning it is 5 hours and 30 minutes ahead of UTC.