Current time in Manila, Philippines

Manila follows Philippine Time (PHT) and remains on the same time throughout the year. Note: The Philippines does not observe Daylight Saving Time.

Quick facts:

• Time zone: PHT (UTC +8:00)
• Daylight Saving: Not observed
• UTC offset: +8 hours
• IANA zone: Asia/Manila

Time difference from Manila:

• Manila ↔ Sydney: Sydney is usually 2–3 hours ahead (depending on Australian DST)
• Manila ↔ Auckland: Auckland is usually 4–5 hours ahead
• Manila ↔ Los Angeles: LA is usually 16 hours behind (sometimes 15 during US DST)
• Manila ↔ New York: NY is usually 13 hours behind (sometimes 12 during US DST)
• Manila ↔ Tokyo: Tokyo is 1 hour ahead

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Manila use Daylight Saving Time?
No. The Philippines stays on PHT (UTC +8) all year.

What time zone is Manila in?
Philippine Time (PHT), UTC +8:00.

Is Manila the same time as Hong Kong?
Yes. Hong Kong and Manila both follow UTC +8:00.