Houston to Kabul Time Difference
🇺🇸 Houston is currently 9.5 hours ahead of 🇦🇫 Kabul. This difference varies between 9.5h and 10.5h due to Daylight Saving Time.
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Difference
+9.5h
Business overlap
None
Distance
12,683 km
Approx. flight
14.9h
Hour-by-Hour: Houston to Kabul
| 🇺🇸 Houston | 🇦🇫 Kabul | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 9:30 AM | |
| 1:00 AM | 10:30 AM | |
| 2:00 AM | 11:30 AM | |
| 3:00 AM | 12:30 PM | |
| 4:00 AM | 1:30 PM | |
| 5:00 AM | 2:30 PM | |
| 6:00 AM | 3:30 PM | |
| 7:00 AM | 4:30 PM | |
| 8:00 AM | 5:30 PM | |
| 9:00 AM | 6:30 PM | |
| 10:00 AM | 7:30 PM | |
| 11:00 AM | 8:30 PM | |
| 12:00 PM | 9:30 PM | |
| 1:00 PM | 10:30 PM | |
| 2:00 PM | 11:30 PM | |
| 3:00 PM | 12:30 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 4:00 PM | 1:30 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 5:00 PM | 2:30 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 6:00 PM | 3:30 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 7:00 PM | 4:30 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 8:00 PM | 5:30 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 9:00 PM | 6:30 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 10:00 PM | 7:30 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 11:00 PM | 8:30 AM(next day) | Next day |
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Houston observes Daylight Saving Time, while Kabul does not. This causes the time difference to shift between 9.5 hours ahead and 10.5 hours ahead depending on the season. Currently, Houston is 9.5 hours ahead relative to Kabul.
Min difference
9.5h
Max difference
10.5h
Best Meeting Times
There is no overlap between standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM) in Houston and Kabul. Consider scheduling early morning or late evening calls to bridge the gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Houston and Kabul?
The time difference between Houston and Kabul is currently 9.5 hours ahead. Houston uses CDT (UTC-5), while Kabul uses GMT+4:30 (UTC+4:30). This difference varies seasonally due to Daylight Saving Time, ranging from 9.5 hours ahead to 10.5 hours ahead.
When it's noon in Houston, what time is it in Kabul?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Houston, it is 9:30 PM in Kabul. Use our calculator above to convert any other time.
Does the time difference between Houston and Kabul change?
Yes, the time difference changes throughout the year. Because Houston observes Daylight Saving Time, the offset shifts between 9.5 hours ahead and 10.5 hours ahead at different times of the year.
What are the best times to schedule a call between Houston and Kabul?
There is no overlap between standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM) in Houston and Kabul. Consider scheduling early morning in one city or late evening in the other to find a mutually reasonable time.
Is Houston ahead or behind Kabul?
Houston is currently 9.5 hours behind Kabul.
What time zone is Houston in?
Houston is in the America/Chicago time zone, currently using CDT (UTC-5). Houston observes Daylight Saving Time, so the offset changes twice a year.
What time is midnight in Houston in Kabul?
When it is midnight (12:00 AM) in Houston, it is 9:30 AM in Kabul.