United Kingdom
South Korea
London to Seoul Time Difference
Seoul is 8 hours ahead of London
London vs Seoul — At a Glance
London to Seoul — Hour-by-Hour
About London and Seoul
London (population: 8.8M) is known for global finance, the City of London, Buckingham Palace, and the world's oldest underground railway. Seoul (population: 9.7M) is known for Samsung and LG headquarters, K-pop culture, Gangnam, and rapid tech innovation.
Business Hours Overlap
With a 8-hour difference, teams in London and Seoul typically rely on a narrow overlap window for real-time meetings and use async tools like Slack or email for the rest.
Calling Between Cities
When calling Seoul (+82) from London (+44), be mindful of the 8-hour gap. The safest window is early morning in London (8–10 AM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
London uses GBP while Seoul uses KRW. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
London primarily speaks English, while Seoul speaks Korean. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare London and Seoul visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between London and Seoul?
Seoul, South Korea is 8 hours ahead of London, United Kingdom. London is in the Europe/London timezone (UTC+1) and Seoul is in the Asia/Seoul timezone (UTC+9).
When it's noon in London, what time is it in Seoul?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in London, it's 8:00 PM in Seoul.
What is the best time to call Seoul from London?
The best time to call Seoul from London is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in London, it's 5:00 PM in Seoul. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in London for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Seoul use?
Seoul, South Korea uses KRW. London uses GBP. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Seoul?
The primary language in Seoul is Korean. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial Seoul from London?
To call Seoul from London, dial your international access code followed by +82 and the local number. London uses country code +44 and Seoul uses +82.
