Australia
Portugal
Sydney to Lisbon Time Difference
Lisbon is 10 hours behind Sydney
Sydney vs Lisbon — At a Glance
Sydney to Lisbon — Hour-by-Hour
About Sydney and Lisbon
Sydney (population: 5.3M) is known for the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Australia's financial center, and surfing culture. Lisbon (population: 0.55M) is known for the Web Summit tech conference, pastel de nata, and digital nomad culture.
Business Hours Overlap
The 10-hour gap means Sydney and Lisbon have almost no standard-hours overlap. Early morning calls from Sydney or late evening calls from Lisbon are the most practical options.
Calling Between Cities
With 10 hours between Sydney (+61) and Lisbon (+351), finding a mutually convenient calling time is tricky. Consider scheduling calls in advance rather than calling spontaneously.
Currency
Sydney uses AUD while Lisbon uses EUR. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Sydney primarily speaks English, while Lisbon speaks Portuguese. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare Sydney and Lisbon visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Sydney and Lisbon?
Lisbon, Portugal is 10 hours behind Sydney, Australia. Sydney is in the Australia/Sydney timezone (UTC+11) and Lisbon is in the Europe/London timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Sydney, what time is it in Lisbon?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Sydney, it's 2:00 AM in Lisbon.
What is the best time to call Lisbon from Sydney?
The best time to call Lisbon from Sydney is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Sydney, it's 11:00 PM in Lisbon. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Sydney for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Lisbon use?
Lisbon, Portugal uses EUR. Sydney uses AUD. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Lisbon?
The primary language in Lisbon is Portuguese. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial Lisbon from Sydney?
To call Lisbon from Sydney, dial your international access code followed by +351 and the local number. Sydney uses country code +61 and Lisbon uses +351.
