Current Time in Austria
Austria uses Central European Time, with daylight saving time.
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Saturday, September 19, 2026
CESTUTC+2
Austria time zone
Central European Time
Central European Summer Time (CEST)
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IANA time zone: Europe/Vienna.
Major cities in Austria
Time Difference
| Compared with | Local time | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Austria to New York | -6 hours | |
| Austria to London | -1 hour | |
| Austria to Dubai | +2 hours | |
| Austria to New Delhi | +3 hours 30 minutes | |
| Austria to Tokyo | +7 hours |
Positive values mean the other city is ahead. Differences update automatically when daylight saving time changes.
Time in Austria: FAQs
What time zone is Austria in?
Austria uses Central European Time (CET, UTC+1), switching to Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2) for daylight saving time.
Does Austria observe daylight saving time?
Yes. In 2026, Central European Time starts daylight saving time on Sunday, March 29, 2026 and ends it on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
What is the time difference between Austria and New York?
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, New York is 6 hours behind Austria. The difference can change when either place switches to or from daylight saving time.
What time is it in Vienna, the capital?
Vienna is on Central European Time, currently CEST (UTC+2). The live time is shown at the top of this page and on the Vienna page.