NZST to GST Time Converter
Compare NZST and GST instantly. The clocks below stay in sync with the IANA time-zone database, so daylight-saving transitions are handled automatically for both Auckland and Dubai.
24-Hour Comparison Timeline
Green = working hours · Yellow = early/late · Red = night
24-hour reference table
| NZST (Auckland) | GST (Dubai) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 04:00 PM(Fri, Jul 24) |
| 01:00 AM | 05:00 PM(Fri, Jul 24) |
| 02:00 AM | 06:00 PM(Fri, Jul 24) |
| 03:00 AM | 07:00 PM(Fri, Jul 24) |
| 04:00 AM | 08:00 PM(Fri, Jul 24) |
| 05:00 AM | 09:00 PM(Fri, Jul 24) |
| 06:00 AM | 10:00 PM(Fri, Jul 24) |
| 07:00 AM | 11:00 PM(Fri, Jul 24) |
| 08:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 09:00 AM | 01:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 02:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 03:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 04:00 AM |
| 01:00 PM | 05:00 AM |
| 02:00 PM | 06:00 AM |
| 03:00 PM | 07:00 AM |
| 04:00 PM | 08:00 AM |
| 05:00 PM | 09:00 AM |
| 06:00 PM | 10:00 AM |
| 07:00 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 08:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 09:00 PM | 01:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 02:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 03:00 PM |
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 Auckland and Dubai do not overlap. Use an early or late slot on one side.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between NZST and GST?+
GST (UTC+04:00) is currently 8 hours behind NZST (UTC+12:00). This page recalculates the offset live from the IANA time-zone database, including any daylight-saving transitions.
Does NZST or GST 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 Auckland and Dubai?+
Standard 9–5 working hours in Auckland and Dubai 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 NZST to GST?+
Use the live clocks and 24-hour reference table above. Pick any hour on the NZST row to see the matching GST time. The Event Planner also lets you pick a specific date and share it with attendees.