South Korea
India
Seoul to Delhi Time Difference
Delhi is 3.5 hours behind Seoul
Seoul vs Delhi — At a Glance
Seoul to Delhi — Hour-by-Hour
About Seoul and Delhi
Seoul (population: 9.7M) is known for Samsung and LG headquarters, K-pop culture, Gangnam, and rapid tech innovation. Delhi (population: 16.8M) is known for India's political capital, Red Fort, Connaught Place, and government administration.
Business Hours Overlap
Delhi is a national capital, so official government hours (typically 9 AM–5 PM) are the primary window for diplomatic and administrative communication with Seoul.
Calling Between Cities
To call Delhi (+91) from Seoul (+82), aim for late morning or early afternoon in Seoul — that corresponds to morning hours in Delhi when people are usually available.
Currency
Seoul uses KRW while Delhi uses INR. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Seoul primarily speaks Korean, while Delhi speaks Hindi and English. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare Seoul and Delhi visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Seoul and Delhi?
Delhi, India is 3.5 hours behind Seoul, South Korea. Seoul is in the Asia/Seoul timezone (UTC+9) and Delhi is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone (UTC+5:30).
When it's noon in Seoul, what time is it in Delhi?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Seoul, it's 8:30 AM in Delhi.
What is the best time to call Delhi from Seoul?
The best time to call Delhi from Seoul is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Seoul, it's 5:30 AM in Delhi. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Seoul for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Delhi use?
Delhi, India uses INR. Seoul uses KRW. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Delhi?
The primary languages in Delhi are Hindi, English. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial Delhi from Seoul?
To call Delhi from Seoul, dial your international access code followed by +91 and the local number. Seoul uses country code +82 and Delhi uses +91.
