Time Difference: Houston vs Madrid
Houston
9:29:07 AM CST
Friday, November 13, 2026
7h
7h
Madrid
4:29:07 PM CET
Friday, November 13, 2026
Madrid is 7 hours ahead of Houston.
Quick Reference
- Houston
- CST (GMT-6)
CDT starts on Mar 14, 2027
- Madrid
- CET (GMT+1)
CEST starts on Mar 28, 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Houston and Madrid?
- Madrid is 7 hours ahead of Houston.
- When is the best time to call from Houston 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. Houston uses CST and Madrid uses CET.