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