Los Angeles to Johannesburg Time Difference
🇺🇸 Los Angeles is currently 9 hours ahead of 🇿🇦 Johannesburg. This difference varies between 9h and 10h due to Daylight Saving Time.
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Difference
+9h
Business overlap
None
Distance
16,674 km
Approx. flight
19.6h
Hour-by-Hour: Los Angeles to Johannesburg
| 🇺🇸 Los Angeles | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 9:00 AM | |
| 1:00 AM | 10:00 AM | |
| 2:00 AM | 11:00 AM | |
| 3:00 AM | 12:00 PM | |
| 4:00 AM | 1:00 PM | |
| 5:00 AM | 2:00 PM | |
| 6:00 AM | 3:00 PM | |
| 7:00 AM | 4:00 PM | |
| 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM | |
| 9:00 AM | 6:00 PM | |
| 10:00 AM | 7:00 PM | |
| 11:00 AM | 8:00 PM | |
| 12:00 PM | 9:00 PM | |
| 1:00 PM | 10:00 PM | |
| 2:00 PM | 11:00 PM | |
| 3:00 PM | 12:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 4:00 PM | 1:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 5:00 PM | 2:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 6:00 PM | 3:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 7:00 PM | 4:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 8:00 PM | 5:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 9:00 PM | 6:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 10:00 PM | 7:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
| 11:00 PM | 8:00 AM(next day) | Next day |
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Los Angeles observes Daylight Saving Time, while Johannesburg does not. This causes the time difference to shift between 9 hours ahead and 10 hours ahead depending on the season. Currently, Los Angeles is 9 hours ahead relative to Johannesburg.
Min difference
9h
Max difference
10h
Best Meeting Times
There is no overlap between standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM) in Los Angeles and Johannesburg. Consider scheduling early morning or late evening calls to bridge the gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Johannesburg?
The time difference between Los Angeles and Johannesburg is currently 9 hours ahead. Los Angeles uses PDT (UTC-7), while Johannesburg uses GMT+2 (UTC+2). This difference varies seasonally due to Daylight Saving Time, ranging from 9 hours ahead to 10 hours ahead.
When it's noon in Los Angeles, what time is it in Johannesburg?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Los Angeles, it is 9:00 PM in Johannesburg. Use our calculator above to convert any other time.
Does the time difference between Los Angeles and Johannesburg change?
Yes, the time difference changes throughout the year. Because Los Angeles observes Daylight Saving Time, the offset shifts between 9 hours ahead and 10 hours ahead at different times of the year.
What are the best times to schedule a call between Los Angeles and Johannesburg?
There is no overlap between standard business hours (9 AM – 6 PM) in Los Angeles and Johannesburg. Consider scheduling early morning in one city or late evening in the other to find a mutually reasonable time.
Is Los Angeles ahead or behind Johannesburg?
Los Angeles is currently 9 hours behind Johannesburg.
What time zone is Los Angeles in?
Los Angeles is in the America/Los Angeles time zone, currently using PDT (UTC-7). Los Angeles observes Daylight Saving Time, so the offset changes twice a year.
What time is midnight in Los Angeles in Johannesburg?
When it is midnight (12:00 AM) in Los Angeles, it is 9:00 AM in Johannesburg.