Time Difference: Dubai vs Madrid
Madrid is 2 hours behind Dubai.
Quick Reference
- Dubai
- GST (GMT+4)
No Daylight Saving Time
- Madrid
- CEST (GMT+2)
CET starts on Oct 25, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Dubai and Madrid?
- Madrid is 2 hours behind Dubai.
- When is the best time to call from Dubai to Madrid?
- 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. Dubai uses GST and Madrid uses CEST.