Current local time in Bangkok
Bangkok, Thailand, uses the Asia/Bangkok time zone (Indochina Time). There is no daylight saving: the offset stays UTC+7 all year. Below: the live clock, exact clock-change dates, sunrise and sunset, and the best times to call other cities.
- Time zone
- Indochina Time
- UTC offset now
- UTC+7
- Daylight saving
- Not observed
- Dialing code
- +66
The time zone, at a glance.
Bangkok follows Asia/Bangkok. No UTC-offset changes are scheduled during 2026 under the current time zone rules. For an appointment, use the date of the event: another city can change its clocks even when this one does not.
Offsets shown at local noon on the 15th of each month, 2026. Exact transition instants are listed below.
When do the clocks change?
2026
No clock change scheduled in 2026. Bangkok stays on UTC+7 throughout this calendar year.
2027
No clock change scheduled in 2027. Bangkok stays on UTC+7 throughout this calendar year.
Future dates reflect the time zone database available at build time (2026-10-22), not a promise that governments will leave the rules unchanged. See the international clock-change calendar →
How the light changes in Bangkok.
Of these monthly samples, Jun has the most daylight (12h 56m) and Dec the least (11h 19m).
| Date in 2026 | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | UTC offset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15 | 6:45 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 24m | UTC+7 |
| Feb 15 | 6:41 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 42m | UTC+7 |
| Mar 15 | 6:25 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 3m | UTC+7 |
| Apr 15 | 6:05 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 26m | UTC+7 |
| May 15 | 5:51 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 46m | UTC+7 |
| Jun 15 | 5:50 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 56m | UTC+7 |
| Jul 15 | 5:58 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 52m | UTC+7 |
| Aug 15 | 6:04 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 35m | UTC+7 |
| Sep 15 | 6:06 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 13m | UTC+7 |
| Oct 15 | 6:08 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 50m | UTC+7 |
| Nov 15 | 6:17 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 30m | UTC+7 |
| Dec 15 | 6:33 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 19m | UTC+7 |
Local civil times; a jump in sunrise on the clock can reflect daylight saving, not an abrupt change in the Sun’s movement.
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Best times to call from Bangkok
One-hour calls on Thursday, October 22, 2026, preferring 9 am – 5 pm on both sides. Times are Bangkok time unless marked.
| Calling | Difference | Best one-hour window | Fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 hours behind | 8:00 PM–9:00 PM (9:00 AM–10:00 AM there) | Early or late for someone |
| London | 6 hours behind | 3:00 PM–5:00 PM (9:00 AM–11:00 AM there) | Working hours for both |
| Tokyo | 2 hours ahead | 9:00 AM–3:00 PM (11:00 AM–5:00 PM there) | Working hours for both |
| Los Angeles | 14 hours behind | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM (7:00 PM–9:00 PM there) | Early or late for someone |
| Sydney | 4 hours ahead | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM (1:00 PM–5:00 PM there) | Working hours for both |
| Dubai | 3 hours behind | 12:00 PM–5:00 PM (9:00 AM–2:00 PM there) | Working hours for both |
Calculated for the date above; differences can change around clock-change dates. Public holidays and personal schedules are not included.
Upcoming public holidays
National holidays in Thailand, when offices and banks are often closed. Regional holidays are not listed.
- Fri, Oct 23, 2026 · King Chulalongkorn Day
- Sat, Dec 5, 2026 · King Bhumibol Adulyadej's Birthday
- Thu, Dec 10, 2026 · Constitution Day
- Thu, Dec 31, 2026 · New Year's Eve
- Fri, Jan 1, 2027 · New Year's Day
- Tue, Apr 6, 2027 · Chakri Memorial Day
Airports serving Bangkok
Flight times are published in each airport’s local time. Airports with scheduled service within 80 km; straight-line distance from the city center.
- DMK Don Mueang International Airport · 21 km
- BKK Suvarnabhumi Airport · 28 km
Places that share Bangkok’s clock
These places use the same Asia/Bangkok rules, so their time always matches Bangkok, including clock changes.
- Samut Prakan
- Chiang Mai
- Nakhon Ratchasima
- Nonthaburi
- Hat Yai
- Udon Thani
- Chon Buri
- Khon Kaen
- Ubon Ratchathani
- Lampang
- Nakhon Si Thammarat
- Pathum Thani
- Surat Thani
- Phitsanulok
- Yala
- Nakhon Pathom
- Ayutthaya
- Nakhon Sawan
- Phuket
- Trang
Also on UTC+7 today
Countries with places on the same offset on 2026-10-22. Their clocks match Bangkok today but may differ after a clock change.
- Indonesia
- Vietnam
- Cambodia
- Russia
- Laos
- Mongolia
Questions about time in Bangkok
What time zone is Bangkok in?
Bangkok uses the IANA time zone Asia/Bangkok, known as Indochina Time. Its offset is UTC+7 all year.
Does Bangkok observe daylight saving time?
No. Bangkok keeps UTC+7 all year.
What is the time difference between Bangkok and other major cities?
On Thursday, October 22, 2026: New York is 11 hours behind Bangkok; London is 6 hours behind Bangkok; Tokyo is 2 hours ahead of Bangkok; Los Angeles is 14 hours behind Bangkok; Sydney is 4 hours ahead of Bangkok; Dubai is 3 hours behind Bangkok.
How do I call Bangkok from abroad?
Dial your international access code (or + on a mobile), then +66, then the local number without its leading trunk zero where one is used. Check the best calling windows above before you dial.
What these numbers can—and cannot—tell you.
The live clock converts your device’s time with your browser’s IANA-based time zone data. It does not independently synchronize your clock. The solar calculations use SunCalc with representative city-center coordinates; civil sunrise and sunset are approximate horizon events, not weather forecasts.
Our date-aware calculations are more useful than treating Bangkok as a permanently fixed abbreviation. For calendar software, use Asia/Bangkok. For a one-off invitation, include the full date and a shared conversion link. Read the methodology and data limitations.