South Korea
United Kingdom
Seoul to London Time Difference
London is 8 hours behind Seoul
Seoul vs London — At a Glance
Seoul to London — Hour-by-Hour
About Seoul and London
Seoul (population: 9.7M) is known for Samsung and LG headquarters, K-pop culture, Gangnam, and rapid tech innovation. London (population: 8.8M) is known for global finance, the City of London, Buckingham Palace, and the world's oldest underground railway.
Business Hours Overlap
With a 8-hour difference, teams in Seoul and London typically rely on a narrow overlap window for real-time meetings and use async tools like Slack or email for the rest.
Calling Between Cities
When calling London (+44) from Seoul (+82), be mindful of the 8-hour gap. The safest window is late afternoon in Seoul (4–6 PM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
Seoul uses KRW while London uses GBP. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Seoul primarily speaks Korean, while London speaks English. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare Seoul and London visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Seoul and London?
London, United Kingdom is 8 hours behind Seoul, South Korea. Seoul is in the Asia/Seoul timezone (UTC+9) and London is in the Europe/London timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Seoul, what time is it in London?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Seoul, it's 4:00 AM in London.
What is the best time to call London from Seoul?
The best time to call London from Seoul is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Seoul, it's 1:00 AM in London. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Seoul for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does London use?
London, United Kingdom uses GBP. Seoul uses KRW. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in London?
The primary language in London is English. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial London from Seoul?
To call London from Seoul, dial your international access code followed by +44 and the local number. Seoul uses country code +82 and London uses +44.
