Time Difference: Houston vs Los Angeles
Houston
8:43:48 AM CST
Friday, November 13, 2026
2h
2h
Los Angeles
6:43:48 AM PST
Friday, November 13, 2026
Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Houston.
Quick Reference
- Houston
- CST (GMT-6)
CDT starts on Mar 14, 2027
- Los Angeles
- PST (GMT-8)
PDT starts on Mar 14, 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Houston and Los Angeles?
- Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Houston.
- When is the best time to call from Houston 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. Houston uses CST and Los Angeles uses PST.