Time Difference: Houston vs Miami
Houston
8:30:31 PM CDT
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
1h
1h
Miami
9:30:31 PM EDT
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Miami is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
Quick Reference
- Houston
- CDT (GMT-5)
CST starts on Nov 1, 2026
- Miami
- EDT (GMT-4)
EST starts on Nov 1, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Houston and Miami?
- Miami is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
- When is the best time to call from Houston to Miami?
- 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 CDT and Miami uses EDT.