Current Time in Egypt
GMT+3 (UTC+03:00) · 73 cities · Capital: Cairo
Time Zone
| GMT+3 | UTC+03:00 | DST active |
Country Facts
| Capital | Cairo |
| Currency | EGP (E£) |
| Calling code | +20 |
| Languages | Arabic |
| Drives on | right |
Daylight Saving Time
Egypt observes DST. Currently: DST is active
Clocks forward: April 24, 2026
Clocks back: October 30, 2026
Time planning in Egypt
Use this when scheduling calls, launches, travel days, or support coverage for people in Egypt.
Country time shape
Egypt uses one main time zone: GMT+3 (UTC+03:00). Scheduling by country is usually reliable.
Major city anchor
Start with Cairo, Alexandria, Giza for practical local-time checks. The primary clock on this page uses Africa/Cairo.
DST complexity
1 listed zone observes daylight saving time. Reconfirm recurring meetings near clock changes.
| Reference market | Egypt | Their time |
|---|---|---|
| Moscow | 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | 9:00 AM-5:00 PM |
| Berlin | 10:00 AM-5:00 PM | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM |
| Dubai | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM | 10:00 AM-5:00 PM |
| Paris | 10:00 AM-5:00 PM | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM |
| London | 11:00 AM-5:00 PM | 9:00 AM-3:00 PM |
| Mumbai | 9:00 AM-3:00 PM | 11:30 AM-5:30 PM |
Best listed overlap: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM in Egypt with Moscow.
Time Difference from Egypt
| City | Difference |
|---|---|
| New York | +7h |
| Chicago | +8h |
| Los Angeles | +10h |
| London | +2h |
| Paris | +1h |
| Berlin | +1h |
| Moscow | Same time |
| Dubai | -1h |
| Mumbai | -2h 30m |
| Bangkok | -4h |
| Shanghai | -5h |
| Tokyo | -6h |
| Sydney | -7h |
| Auckland | -9h |
| São Paulo | +6h |
3 Cities in Egypt
| Time | ||
|---|---|---|
| Cairo | GMT+3 | --:--:-- |
| Alexandria | GMT+3 | --:--:-- |
| Giza | GMT+3 | --:--:-- |
Time in Egypt
Egypt uses a single time zone: GMT+3 (UTC+03:00), identified by the IANA timezone database as Africa/Cairo. The country observes daylight saving time, shifting clocks forward by one hour in spring and back in autumn.
The largest city is Cairo, followed by Alexandria, Giza. The capital, Cairo, uses the GMT+3 time zone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Egypt in?
Egypt uses the GMT+3 time zone (UTC+03:00). The IANA identifier is Africa/Cairo. The country observes daylight saving time, shifting clocks forward by one hour in spring and back in autumn.
Does Egypt observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Egypt observes daylight saving time. Clocks move forward in spring and back in autumn.
What is the capital of Egypt?
The capital of Egypt is Cairo. The currency is the EGP (E£) and the country calling code is +20.
What is the time difference between Egypt and New York?
Egypt is +7h compared to New York (Eastern Time). This difference may change by 1 hour during daylight saving time transitions.
How many cities in Egypt does CheckTimeNow track?
We track the current time in 73 cities in Egypt. The largest include Cairo, Alexandria, Giza.