What is the Time Difference Between Singapore and London?
Singapore and London form a major financial corridor, and it's one of the more predictable ones: Singapore is 8 hours ahead of London in winter and 7 hours ahead in summer. No surprises from Singapore's side — it stays on one offset all year.
Time Zone Overview
Singapore (SGT)
Singapore uses Singapore Standard Time (SGT), which is UTC+8 year-round. Singapore does not observe daylight saving time.
London (GMT/BST)
London is GMT (UTC+0) in winter and BST (UTC+1) in summer.
Time Difference
London winter: Singapore is 8 hours ahead.
London summer: Singapore is 7 hours ahead.
Singapore's offset is fixed; only London's switch moves the gap.
Conversion Formula
Time in Singapore = Time in London + 8 hours (winter) or + 7 hours (summer)
Quick Reference Table (London GMT → Singapore SGT)
| London | Singapore |
|---|---|
| 8:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 12:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 11:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 2:00 AM (next day) |
| 9:00 PM | 5:00 AM (next day) |
| 11:00 PM | 7:00 AM (next day) |
Common Use Cases
- UK–Singapore trade, banking, and shipping
- Coordinating APAC teams with London HQ
- Planning calls between the City and Marina Bay
- Following Asian market opens from Europe
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Singapore and London?
8 hours in London winter, 7 in summer. Singapore is ahead.
Does Singapore observe DST?
No. SGT (UTC+8) is constant year-round.
If it's 9 AM in London, what time is it in Singapore?
5 PM SGT (winter) or 4 PM SGT (summer BST).
Best overlap for a meeting?
9 AM-12 PM London = 5-8 PM Singapore (winter). Comfortable window.
Is Singapore ahead of London?
Yes, by 7-8 hours.
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