Fiji
Suva
Current time
Monday, June 22, 2026
- Capital
- Suva
- Time zone
- Pacific/Fiji
- UTC offset
- UTC+12
Fiji operates on Fiji Time (FJT), which is UTC+12. The country observes daylight saving time (DST) from November to January, advancing clocks by 1 hour to UTC+13. This adjustment aligns with summer months in the Southern Hemisphere, optimizing daylight for business and tourism.
Time Zone and Daylight Saving
Fiji follows a single time zone, Pacific/Fiji, across all its islands, including Viti Levu and Vanua Levu. During standard time, Fiji is 12 hours ahead of UTC. Daylight saving begins on the first Sunday in November and ends on the third Sunday in January, shifting to UTC+13. This schedule helps maximize evening daylight and supports outdoor activities and energy efficiency.
For international scheduling, Fiji is typically 20 hours ahead of Los Angeles (PST), 17 hours ahead of New York (EST), 11 hours ahead of London (GMT), and 4 hours ahead of Sydney (AEST) during standard time. DST further extends these differences by 1 hour, so confirm time conversions when planning meetings or travel.
Business and Travel Considerations
Fiji's business hours generally run from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time, with some variations for tourism and hospitality sectors. Major holidays like Fiji Day (October 10) and Diwali may affect operating hours, so verify schedules in advance. The country’s DST period aligns with peak tourism season, ensuring longer evenings for visitors.
When coordinating with Fiji, note that the time difference with Europe and the Americas can require early or late scheduling. For virtual meetings, mornings in Fiji (8:00 AM–12:00 PM) often overlap with late afternoons or evenings in the US and Europe, while evenings in Fiji align with mornings in Australia and New Zealand.
FAQ
- Does Fiji observe daylight saving time?
- Yes, Fiji observes DST from the first Sunday in November to the third Sunday in January, shifting from UTC+12 to UTC+13.
- What is the time difference between Fiji and Sydney?
- Fiji is usually 2 hours ahead of Sydney (AEST). However, during Fiji's DST period, the difference increases to 3 hours, as Australia does not observe DST at the same time.
- Are all Fijian islands in the same time zone?
- Yes, all of Fiji’s islands, including Suva, Nadi, and the outer islands, follow the same time zone (Pacific/Fiji) without regional variations.