Current time difference

Adelaide to Sydney Time Difference

Sydney is currently 30 minutes ahead of Adelaide.

Both Adelaide and Sydney observe Daylight Saving Time on identical schedules, so their time difference remains the same year-round.

Current clocks

Current time Adelaide & Sydney

Adelaide 11:36 PM Monday, November 2, 2026 ACDT, UTC+10:30 See full Adelaide time zone details →
Sydney 12:06 AM Tuesday, November 3, 2026 AEDT, UTC+11 See full Sydney time zone details →

Quick-reference schedule

9:00 AM in Adelaide → 9:30 AM in Sydney
12:00 PM in Adelaide → 12:30 PM in Sydney
5:00 PM in Adelaide → 5:30 PM in Sydney
12:00 AM in Adelaide → 12:30 AM in Sydney

Best time to call

The best time to schedule a call is 9:00 AM-5:30 PM in Adelaide, which is 9:30 AM-6:00 PM in Sydney.

Mini time converter

Choose a time in the first location to preview the matching time in the second location.

Right now, 11:36 PM in Adelaide is 12:06 AM in Sydney.
Frequently asked questions

Adelaide to Sydney FAQ

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Sydney?
Sydney is currently 30 minutes ahead of Adelaide.
Do Adelaide and Sydney observe Daylight Saving Time?
Adelaide is currently observing daylight saving time. The next clock change is Sunday, April 4, 2027. Sydney is currently observing daylight saving time. The next clock change is Sunday, April 4, 2027.
When is the best time to schedule a call between Adelaide and Sydney?
The best time to schedule a call is 9:00 AM-5:30 PM in Adelaide, which is 9:30 AM-6:00 PM in Sydney.
Is Adelaide ahead of or behind Sydney?
Adelaide is currently 30 minutes ahead of Sydney.