Current Time in Canberra, Australia
Canberra is on Australian Eastern Daylight Time – AEDT (UTC+11) right now. It switches to AEST (UTC+10) on 4 Apr 2027.
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Time zone of Canberra
| Time zone | Australian Eastern Daylight Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | AEDT |
| UTC offset | UTC+11 |
| IANA time zone id | Australia/Sydney |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC+10 in winter, UTC+11 in summer |
Time difference between Canberra and other cities
Daylight saving time in Canberra
2026
- 5 April 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 02:59 local time, from AEDT (UTC+11) to AEST (UTC+10).
- 4 October 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from AEST (UTC+10) to AEDT (UTC+11).
2027
- 4 April 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 02:59 local time, from AEDT (UTC+11) to AEST (UTC+10).
- 3 October 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from AEST (UTC+10) to AEDT (UTC+11).
Canberra time FAQ
What time is it in Canberra right now?
Canberra is on AEDT (UTC+11). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Canberra, updated every second.
What time zone is Canberra in?
Canberra is in Australian Eastern Daylight Time, abbreviated AEDT, UTC+11. Its IANA time zone id is Australia/Sydney.
Does Canberra observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The next change is on 4 Apr 2027, when clocks go back one hour from AEDT to AEST.
What is the time difference between Canberra and New York?
New York is 16 hours behind Canberra.
Other cities in Australia
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.