London to San Francisco Time Difference
🇬🇧 London is currently 7 hours behind of 🇺🇸 San Francisco. This difference varies between 8h and 7h due to Daylight Saving Time.
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Difference
-7h
Business overlap
None
Distance
8,616 km
Approx. flight
10.1h
Hour-by-Hour: London to San Francisco
| 🇬🇧 London | 🇺🇸 San Francisco | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 5:00 PM(prev day) | Previous day |
| 1:00 AM | 6:00 PM(prev day) | Previous day |
| 2:00 AM | 7:00 PM(prev day) | Previous day |
| 3:00 AM | 8:00 PM(prev day) | Previous day |
| 4:00 AM | 9:00 PM(prev day) | Previous day |
| 5:00 AM | 10:00 PM(prev day) | Previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 11:00 PM(prev day) | Previous day |
| 7:00 AM | 12:00 AM | |
| 8:00 AM | 1:00 AM | |
| 9:00 AM | 2:00 AM | |
| 10:00 AM | 3:00 AM | |
| 11:00 AM | 4:00 AM | |
| 12:00 PM | 5:00 AM | |
| 1:00 PM | 6:00 AM | |
| 2:00 PM | 7:00 AM | |
| 3:00 PM | 8:00 AM | |
| 4:00 PM | 9:00 AM | |
| 5:00 PM | 10:00 AM | |
| 6:00 PM | 11:00 AM | |
| 7:00 PM | 12:00 PM | |
| 8:00 PM | 1:00 PM | |
| 9:00 PM | 2:00 PM | |
| 10:00 PM | 3:00 PM | |
| 11:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Both London and San Francisco observe Daylight Saving Time, but they may switch on different dates. The time difference varies between 8 hours behind and 7 hours behind throughout the year. Currently, London is 7 hours behind relative to San Francisco.
Min difference
8h
Max difference
7h
Best Meeting Times
There is no overlap between standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM) in London and San Francisco. Consider scheduling early morning or late evening calls to bridge the gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between London and San Francisco?
The time difference between London and San Francisco is currently 7 hours behind. London uses GMT (UTC+0), while San Francisco uses PDT (UTC-7). This difference varies seasonally due to Daylight Saving Time, ranging from 8 hours behind to 7 hours behind.
When it's noon in London, what time is it in San Francisco?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in London, it is 5:00 AM in San Francisco. Use our calculator above to convert any other time.
Does the time difference between London and San Francisco change?
Yes, the time difference changes throughout the year. Because London observes Daylight Saving Time, the offset shifts between 8 hours behind and 7 hours behind at different times of the year.
What are the best times to schedule a call between London and San Francisco?
There is no overlap between standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM) in London and San Francisco. Consider scheduling early morning in one city or late evening in the other to find a mutually reasonable time.
Is London ahead or behind San Francisco?
London is currently 7 hours ahead of San Francisco.
What time zone is London in?
London is in the Europe/London time zone, currently using GMT (UTC+0). London observes Daylight Saving Time, so the offset changes twice a year.
What time is midnight in London in San Francisco?
When it is midnight (12:00 AM) in London, it is 5:00 PM in San Francisco.