Current time in Seoul, South Korea

Seoul follows Korea Standard Time (KST) and remains on the same time throughout the year. Note: South Korea does not observe Daylight Saving Time.

Quick facts:

• Time zone: KST (UTC +9:00)
• Daylight Saving: Not observed
• UTC offset: +9 hours
• IANA zone: Asia/Seoul

Time difference from Seoul:

• Seoul ↔ Sydney: Sydney is usually 1–2 hours ahead (depending on Australian DST)
• Seoul ↔ Auckland: Auckland is usually 3–4 hours ahead
• Seoul ↔ Los Angeles: LA is usually 16–17 hours behind (depending on US DST)
• Seoul ↔ New York: NY is usually 13–14 hours behind (depending on US DST)
• Seoul ↔ Tokyo: Same time

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Seoul use Daylight Saving Time?
No. South Korea stays on KST (UTC +9) all year.

What time zone is Seoul in?
Korea Standard Time (KST), UTC +9:00.

Is Seoul the same time as Tokyo?
Yes. Tokyo and Seoul both follow UTC +9:00.