Cambodia
United States
Phnom Penh to Seattle Time Difference
Seattle is 14 hours behind Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh vs Seattle — At a Glance
Phnom Penh to Seattle — Hour-by-Hour
About Phnom Penh and Seattle
Phnom Penh (population: 2.1M) is known for the Royal Palace, Mekong River, and Cambodia's emerging digital economy. Seattle (population: 0.74M) is known for Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, coffee culture, and the Pacific Northwest.
Business Hours Overlap
Phnom Penh is a national capital, so official government hours (typically 9 AM–5 PM) are the primary window for diplomatic and administrative communication with Seattle.
Calling Between Cities
With 14 hours between Phnom Penh (+855) and Seattle (+1), finding a mutually convenient calling time is tricky. Consider scheduling calls in advance rather than calling spontaneously.
Currency
Phnom Penh uses KHR while Seattle uses USD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Phnom Penh and Seattle share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Phnom Penh and Seattle visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Phnom Penh and Seattle?
Seattle, United States is 14 hours behind Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Phnom Penh is in the Asia/Bangkok timezone (UTC+7) and Seattle is in the America/Los Angeles timezone (UTC-7).
When it's noon in Phnom Penh, what time is it in Seattle?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Phnom Penh, it's 10:00 PM in Seattle.
What is the best time to call Seattle from Phnom Penh?
The best time to call Seattle from Phnom Penh is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Phnom Penh, it's 7:00 PM in Seattle. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Phnom Penh for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Seattle use?
Seattle, United States uses USD. Phnom Penh uses KHR. 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. Phnom Penh also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Seattle from Phnom Penh?
To call Seattle from Phnom Penh, dial your international access code followed by +1 and the local number. Phnom Penh uses country code +855 and Seattle uses +1.
