Australia
United States
Melbourne to Seattle Time Difference
Seattle is 18 hours behind Melbourne
Melbourne vs Seattle — At a Glance
Melbourne to Seattle — Hour-by-Hour
About Melbourne and Seattle
Melbourne (population: 5.1M) is known for Australia's cultural capital, the Australian Open, coffee culture, and street art. Seattle (population: 0.74M) is known for Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, coffee culture, and the Pacific Northwest.
Business Hours Overlap
The 18-hour gap means Melbourne and Seattle have almost no standard-hours overlap. Early morning calls from Melbourne or late evening calls from Seattle are the most practical options.
Calling Between Cities
With 18 hours between Melbourne (+61) and Seattle (+1), finding a mutually convenient calling time is tricky. Consider scheduling calls in advance rather than calling spontaneously.
Currency
Melbourne uses AUD while Seattle uses USD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Melbourne and Seattle share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Melbourne and Seattle visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Melbourne and Seattle?
Seattle, United States is 18 hours behind Melbourne, Australia. Melbourne is in the Australia/Sydney timezone (UTC+11) and Seattle is in the America/Los Angeles timezone (UTC-7).
When it's noon in Melbourne, what time is it in Seattle?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Melbourne, it's 6:00 PM in Seattle.
What is the best time to call Seattle from Melbourne?
The best time to call Seattle from Melbourne is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Melbourne, it's 3:00 PM in Seattle. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Melbourne for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Seattle use?
Seattle, United States uses USD. Melbourne uses AUD. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Seattle?
The primary language in Seattle is English. Melbourne also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Seattle from Melbourne?
To call Seattle from Melbourne, dial your international access code followed by +1 and the local number. Melbourne uses country code +61 and Seattle uses +1.
