Time Difference: Honolulu vs Sydney
Sydney is 21 hours ahead of Honolulu.
Quick Reference
- Honolulu
- HST (GMT-10)
No Daylight Saving Time
- Sydney
- AEDT (GMT+11)
AEST starts on Apr 4, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Honolulu and Sydney?
- Sydney is 21 hours ahead of Honolulu.
- When is the best time to call from Honolulu to Sydney?
- 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. Honolulu uses HST and Sydney uses AEDT.