Time Difference: Madrid vs Riyadh
Riyadh is 1 hour ahead of Madrid.
Quick Reference
- Madrid
- CEST (GMT+2)
CET starts on Oct 25, 2026
- Riyadh
- AST (GMT+3)
No Daylight Saving Time
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Madrid and Riyadh?
- Riyadh is 1 hour ahead of Madrid.
- When is the best time to call from Madrid to Riyadh?
- 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. Madrid uses CEST and Riyadh uses AST.