Nigeria
United States
Abuja to Los Angeles Time Difference
Los Angeles is 8 hours behind Abuja
Abuja vs Los Angeles — At a Glance
Abuja to Los Angeles — Hour-by-Hour
About Abuja and Los Angeles
Abuja (population: 3.6M) is known for Nigeria's planned capital city, the National Mosque, and diplomatic quarters. Los Angeles (population: 3.9M) is known for Hollywood, the entertainment industry, Silicon Beach tech startups, and Pacific trade.
Business Hours Overlap
Abuja is a national capital, so official government hours (typically 9 AM–5 PM) are the primary window for diplomatic and administrative communication with Los Angeles.
Calling Between Cities
When calling Los Angeles (+1) from Abuja (+234), be mindful of the 8-hour gap. The safest window is late afternoon in Abuja (4–6 PM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
Abuja uses NGN while Los Angeles uses USD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Abuja and Los Angeles share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Abuja and Los Angeles visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Abuja and Los Angeles?
Los Angeles, United States is 8 hours behind Abuja, Nigeria. Abuja is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1) and Los Angeles is in the America/Los Angeles timezone (UTC-7).
When it's noon in Abuja, what time is it in Los Angeles?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Abuja, it's 4:00 AM in Los Angeles.
What is the best time to call Los Angeles from Abuja?
The best time to call Los Angeles from Abuja is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Abuja, it's 1:00 AM in Los Angeles. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Abuja for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Los Angeles use?
Los Angeles, United States uses USD. Abuja uses NGN. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Los Angeles?
The primary languages in Los Angeles are English, Spanish. Abuja also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Los Angeles from Abuja?
To call Los Angeles from Abuja, dial your international access code followed by +1 and the local number. Abuja uses country code +234 and Los Angeles uses +1.
