Understanding the Time Difference Between Istanbul and London
London operates on the Europe/London timezone, which is 3 hours behind Istanbul's Europe/Istanbul timezone. This means when it's noon in Istanbul, it's 9:00 in London.
Best Hours for Business Communication
The optimal window for scheduling calls or meetings between Istanbul and London is when both cities are within their standard business hours (9:00-18:00 in Istanbul and 9:00-17:00 in London).
Based on this overlap, we recommend scheduling meetings during the shared business hours window where both cities are within their typical 9:00–17:00 workday.
Daylight Saving Time Considerations
London also observes Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference may temporarily change by one hour. Always verify the current time difference during March/April and October/November.
Practical Examples
For Remote Teams
If you manage a team spread across Istanbul and London, consider scheduling daily standups during overlapping business hours. This ensures both teams are alert and productive during the meeting.
For International Business
When conducting business calls between Istanbul and London, the morning hours in London typically offer the best overlap with afternoon hours in Istanbul.