Australia
Singapore
Sydney to Singapore Time Difference
Singapore is 3 hours behind Sydney
Sydney vs Singapore — At a Glance
Sydney to Singapore — Hour-by-Hour
About Sydney and Singapore
Sydney (population: 5.3M) is known for the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Australia's financial center, and surfing culture. Singapore (population: 5.7M) is known for Asia's financial hub, Marina Bay Sands, Changi Airport, and strict governance.
Business Hours Overlap
Sydney and Singapore are both global financial centers. When Sydney's market closes, Singapore's is yet to open, creating a relay pattern common in 24-hour trading.
Calling Between Cities
To call Singapore (+65) from Sydney (+61), aim for late morning or early afternoon in Sydney — that corresponds to morning hours in Singapore when people are usually available.
Currency
Sydney uses AUD while Singapore uses SGD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Sydney and Singapore share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Sydney and Singapore visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Sydney and Singapore?
Singapore, Singapore is 3 hours behind Sydney, Australia. Sydney is in the Australia/Sydney timezone (UTC+11) and Singapore is in the Asia/Singapore timezone (UTC+8).
When it's noon in Sydney, what time is it in Singapore?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Sydney, it's 9:00 AM in Singapore.
What is the best time to call Singapore from Sydney?
With only a 3-hour difference, you can comfortably call Singapore anytime during standard business hours (9 AM–6 PM Sydney time).
What currency does Singapore use?
Singapore, Singapore uses SGD. Sydney uses AUD. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Singapore?
The primary languages in Singapore are English, Mandarin, Malay, Tamil. Sydney also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Singapore from Sydney?
To call Singapore from Sydney, dial your international access code followed by +65 and the local number. Sydney uses country code +61 and Singapore uses +65.