Time Difference: Denver vs Los Angeles
Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Denver.
Quick Reference
- Denver
- MDT (GMT-6)
MST starts on Nov 1, 2026
- Los Angeles
- PDT (GMT-7)
PST starts on Nov 1, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Denver and Los Angeles?
- Los Angeles is 1 hour behind Denver.
- When is the best time to call from Denver to Los Angeles?
- The best time to call is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both cities. Use the interactive converter on this page to visually compare hours side by side.
- Does the time difference change with daylight saving time?
- The time difference may change when either city enters or exits daylight saving time. Denver uses MDT and Los Angeles uses PDT.