United States
Australia
Seattle to Melbourne Time Difference
Melbourne is 18 hours ahead of Seattle
Seattle vs Melbourne — At a Glance
Seattle to Melbourne — Hour-by-Hour
About Seattle and Melbourne
Seattle (population: 0.74M) is known for Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, coffee culture, and the Pacific Northwest. Melbourne (population: 5.1M) is known for Australia's cultural capital, the Australian Open, coffee culture, and street art.
Business Hours Overlap
The 18-hour gap means Seattle and Melbourne have almost no standard-hours overlap. Early morning calls from Seattle or late evening calls from Melbourne are the most practical options.
Calling Between Cities
With 18 hours between Seattle (+1) and Melbourne (+61), finding a mutually convenient calling time is tricky. Consider scheduling calls in advance rather than calling spontaneously.
Currency
Seattle uses USD while Melbourne uses AUD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Seattle and Melbourne share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Seattle and Melbourne visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Seattle and Melbourne?
Melbourne, Australia is 18 hours ahead of Seattle, United States. Seattle is in the America/Los Angeles timezone (UTC-7) and Melbourne is in the Australia/Sydney timezone (UTC+11).
When it's noon in Seattle, what time is it in Melbourne?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Seattle, it's 6:00 AM in Melbourne.
What is the best time to call Melbourne from Seattle?
The best time to call Melbourne from Seattle is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Seattle, it's 3:00 AM in Melbourne. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Seattle for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Melbourne use?
Melbourne, Australia uses AUD. Seattle uses USD. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Melbourne?
The primary language in Melbourne is English. Seattle also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Melbourne from Seattle?
To call Melbourne from Seattle, dial your international access code followed by +61 and the local number. Seattle uses country code +1 and Melbourne uses +61.
