Current Time in Egypt
Egypt uses Eastern European Time, with daylight saving time.
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Saturday, September 19, 2026
EESTUTC+3
Egypt time zone
Eastern European Time
Eastern European Summer Time (EEST)
--:--UTC+3- Daylight saving
- In effect (EEST)
- Cities
- Cairo, Alexandria, Giza
IANA time zone: Africa/Cairo.
Major cities in Egypt
Time Difference
| Compared with | Local time | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt to New York | -7 hours | |
| Egypt to London | -2 hours | |
| Egypt to Dubai | +1 hour | |
| Egypt to New Delhi | +2 hours 30 minutes | |
| Egypt to Tokyo | +6 hours |
Positive values mean the other city is ahead. Differences update automatically when daylight saving time changes.
Time in Egypt: FAQs
What time zone is Egypt in?
Egypt uses Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2), switching to Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) for daylight saving time.
Does Egypt observe daylight saving time?
Yes. In 2026, Eastern European Time starts daylight saving time on Friday, April 24, 2026 and ends it on Friday, October 30, 2026.
What is the time difference between Egypt and New York?
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, New York is 7 hours behind Egypt. The difference can change when either place switches to or from daylight saving time.
What time is it in Cairo, the capital?
Cairo is on Eastern European Time, currently EEST (UTC+3). The live time is shown at the top of this page and on the Cairo page.