Australian Capital Territory (ACT) is a federal territory in Australia that follows Australian Eastern Time, using AEST (UTC +10:00) during standard time and AEDT (UTC +11:00) during daylight saving time. It includes the capital city, Canberra.
Current Time in Australian Capital Territory
CURRENT ACT TIME
00:00:00 AEST
Quick Facts
- Time Standard: Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT)
- Offset: UTC +10:00 (AEST), UTC +11:00 (AEDT)
- Daylight Saving Time: Observed
- Used By: Australian Capital Territory
- Major City: Canberra
Time Difference From Australian Capital Territory
ACT time depends on the season.
Examples:
- New York: ACT −15 hours (−14 during DST overlap)
- London: ACT +10 hours (or +9 depending on DST)
- Tokyo: ACT +1 hour
Daylight Saving Time
The Australian Capital Territory observes daylight saving time.
- Starts: First Sunday in October
- Ends: First Sunday in April
- Changes to: AEDT (UTC +11:00)
Best Time to Call
ACT time is ideal for coordinating with Asia-Pacific regions and the United States (evening overlap).
For example:
09:00 ACT may correspond to late afternoon in the US and morning in Asia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is ACT in?
ACT uses Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT).
Does ACT use daylight saving time?
Yes, ACT switches to AEDT during summer.
Is ACT the same time as Sydney and Melbourne?
Yes, they follow the same time zone and DST schedule.
Where Australian Capital Territory Is Located
Australian Capital Territory is located in:
- Southeastern Australia
- Surrounded by New South Wales
- Includes Canberra (Australia’s capital)
Additional Notes
For a live ACT clock, use the IANA timezone Australia/Sydney, which automatically switches between AEST and AEDT.
