Current Time in Quito, Ecuador
Quito is on Ecuador Time – EST (UTC−5) right now. Quito does not observe daylight saving time.
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· Quito
America/Guayaquil
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Time zone of Quito
| Time zone | Ecuador Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | EST |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Guayaquil |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Time difference between Quito and other cities
Daylight saving time in Quito
Quito does not observe daylight saving time. The clocks stay on UTC−5 all year, so conversions never shift.
Quito time FAQ
What time is it in Quito right now?
Quito is on EST (UTC−5). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Quito, updated every second.
What time zone is Quito in?
Quito is in Ecuador Time, abbreviated EST, UTC−5. Its IANA time zone id is America/Guayaquil.
Does Quito observe daylight saving time?
No. Quito stays on UTC−5 all year.
What is the time difference between Quito and New York?
Quito and New York are on the same time.
Other cities in Ecuador
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.