SAST to BST Time Converter
BST is 2 hours behind SAST right now. 9:00 AM in SAST is 7:00 AM in BST.
Time now: SAST and BST
BST is 2 hours behind SAST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 2 hours at some times of the year and 1 hour at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
SAST to BST conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| SAST | BST |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 10:00 PMprevious day |
| 1:00 AM | 11:00 PMprevious day |
| 2:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 3:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 4:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 5:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 7:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 7:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 10:00 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 2:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
Best time to meet between SAST and BST
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM SAST = 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM BST
The time difference changes during the year because of daylight saving time, so these windows shift by an hour at other times.
Does the time difference between SAST and BST change?
Yes. Right now BST is 2 hours behind SAST. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 28 March 2027: BST moves its clocks forward. BST is 1 hour behind SAST from then (it was 2 hours before).
- Sunday, 31 October 2027: BST moves its clocks back. BST is 2 hours behind SAST from then (it was 1 hour before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in SAST is 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM in BST.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in BST is 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM in SAST.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between SAST and BST?
BST is 2 hours behind SAST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 2 hours at some times of the year and 1 hour at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert SAST to BST?
Subtract 2 hours from the SAST time to get the BST time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in SAST is 7:00 AM in BST. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in BST?
It is 11:59 PM in BST on Monday, November 9 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 1:59 AM in SAST.
Does the time difference between SAST and BST change during the year?
Yes. Right now BST is 2 hours behind SAST. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 28 March 2027: BST moves its clocks forward. BST is 1 hour behind SAST from then (it was 2 hours before). Sunday, 31 October 2027: BST moves its clocks back. BST is 2 hours behind SAST from then (it was 1 hour before).
What is the best time for a meeting between SAST and BST?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM SAST = 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM BST. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.
What does BST mean?
The UK uses GMT in winter and BST in summer.