United Kingdom
United States
London to New York Time Difference
New York is 5 hours behind London
London vs New York — At a Glance
London to New York — Hour-by-Hour
About London and New York
London (population: 8.8M) is known for global finance, the City of London, Buckingham Palace, and the world's oldest underground railway. New York (population: 8.3M) is known for global finance hub, Wall Street, Times Square, and the United Nations headquarters.
Business Hours Overlap
London and New York are both global financial centers. When London's market closes, New York's is yet to open, creating a relay pattern common in 24-hour trading.
Calling Between Cities
To call New York (+1) from London (+44), aim for late morning or early afternoon in London — that corresponds to morning hours in New York when people are usually available.
Currency
London uses GBP while New York uses USD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
London and New York share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare London and New York visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between London and New York?
New York, United States is 5 hours behind London, United Kingdom. London is in the Europe/London timezone (UTC+1) and New York is in the America/New York timezone (UTC-4).
When it's noon in London, what time is it in New York?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in London, it's 7:00 AM in New York.
What is the best time to call New York from London?
The best time to call New York from London is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in London, it's 4:00 AM in New York. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in London for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does New York use?
New York, United States uses USD. London uses GBP. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in New York?
The primary language in New York is English. London also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial New York from London?
To call New York from London, dial your international access code followed by +1 and the local number. London uses country code +44 and New York uses +1.
