GST to NZST Time Converter
Compare GST and NZST instantly. The clocks below stay in sync with the IANA time-zone database, so daylight-saving transitions are handled automatically for both Dubai and Auckland.
24-Hour Comparison Timeline
Green = working hours · Yellow = early/late · Red = night
24-hour reference table
| GST (Dubai) | NZST (Auckland) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 08:00 AM |
| 01:00 AM | 09:00 AM |
| 02:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 03:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| 04:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| 05:00 AM | 01:00 PM |
| 06:00 AM | 02:00 PM |
| 07:00 AM | 03:00 PM |
| 08:00 AM | 04:00 PM |
| 09:00 AM | 05:00 PM |
| 10:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 11:00 AM | 07:00 PM |
| 12:00 PM | 08:00 PM |
| 01:00 PM | 09:00 PM |
| 02:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| 03:00 PM | 11:00 PM |
| 04:00 PM | 12:00 AM(Sun, Jul 26) |
| 05:00 PM | 01:00 AM(Sun, Jul 26) |
| 06:00 PM | 02:00 AM(Sun, Jul 26) |
| 07:00 PM | 03:00 AM(Sun, Jul 26) |
| 08:00 PM | 04:00 AM(Sun, Jul 26) |
| 09:00 PM | 05:00 AM(Sun, Jul 26) |
| 10:00 PM | 06:00 AM(Sun, Jul 26) |
| 11:00 PM | 07:00 AM(Sun, Jul 26) |
Daylight saving time
Auckland observes daylight saving time; Dubai does not. Expect a one-hour swing when Auckland starts or ends DST.
Working-hours overlap
Standard 9-to-5 hours in Dubai and Auckland do not overlap. Use an early or late slot on one side.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between GST and NZST?+
NZST (UTC+12:00) is currently 8 hours ahead of GST (UTC+04:00). This page recalculates the offset live from the IANA time-zone database, including any daylight-saving transitions.
Does GST or NZST observe daylight saving time?+
Auckland observes daylight saving time; Dubai does not, so the gap changes when Auckland springs forward or falls back. Times on this page always reflect the current local rules.
What are the best meeting hours between Dubai and Auckland?+
Standard 9–5 working hours in Dubai and Auckland do not overlap. Pick an early or late slot for one side, or use the 24-hour table above to find a time that works.
How do I quickly convert GST to NZST?+
Use the live clocks and 24-hour reference table above. Pick any hour on the GST row to see the matching NZST time. The Event Planner also lets you pick a specific date and share it with attendees.