United States
South Korea
New York to Seoul Time Difference
Seoul is 13 hours ahead of New York
New York vs Seoul — At a Glance
New York to Seoul — Hour-by-Hour
About New York and Seoul
New York (population: 8.3M) is known for global finance hub, Wall Street, Times Square, and the United Nations headquarters. Seoul (population: 9.7M) is known for Samsung and LG headquarters, K-pop culture, Gangnam, and rapid tech innovation.
Business Hours Overlap
The 13-hour gap means New York and Seoul have almost no standard-hours overlap. Early morning calls from New York or late evening calls from Seoul are the most practical options.
Calling Between Cities
With 13 hours between New York (+1) and Seoul (+82), finding a mutually convenient calling time is tricky. Consider scheduling calls in advance rather than calling spontaneously.
Currency
New York uses USD while Seoul uses KRW. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
New York primarily speaks English, while Seoul speaks Korean. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare New York and Seoul visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between New York and Seoul?
Seoul, South Korea is 13 hours ahead of New York, United States. New York is in the America/New York timezone (UTC-4) and Seoul is in the Asia/Seoul timezone (UTC+9).
When it's noon in New York, what time is it in Seoul?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in New York, it's 1:00 AM in Seoul.
What is the best time to call Seoul from New York?
The best time to call Seoul from New York is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in New York, it's 10:00 PM in Seoul. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in New York for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Seoul use?
Seoul, South Korea uses KRW. New York uses USD. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Seoul?
The primary language in Seoul is Korean. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial Seoul from New York?
To call Seoul from New York, dial your international access code followed by +82 and the local number. New York uses country code +1 and Seoul uses +82.
