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SAST to GST time converter
Dubai is 2 hours ahead of South Africa all year.
SAST to GST conversion table
Local time in South Africa and the matching time in Dubai on two reference dates, one in winter and one in summer for the northern hemisphere.
| South Africa (SAST) | Dubai on 15 January | Dubai on 15 July |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| 09:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 |
| 10:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| 12:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| 15:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
| 17:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 |
| 18:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 |
| 21:00 | 23:00 | 23:00 |
Best meeting times between South Africa and Dubai
- January: Inside both working days (09:00-17:00): 09:00-15:00 SAST = 11:00-17:00 GST.
- July: Inside both working days (09:00-17:00): 09:00-15:00 SAST = 11:00-17:00 GST.
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Daylight saving between SAST and GST
- South Africa does not change its clocks in 2026.
- Dubai does not change its clocks in 2026.
About the two zones
South Africa. South Africa Standard Time is UTC+2 all year with no daylight saving.
Dubai. The UAE uses Gulf Standard Time, UTC+4, all year and does not observe daylight saving.
Frequently asked questions
What time is 9 AM SAST in GST?
On 15 January, 09:00 in South Africa is 11:00 in Dubai. On 15 July it is 11:00.
What is the time difference between South Africa and Dubai?
Dubai is 2 hours ahead of South Africa all year.
Does the time difference between SAST and GST change during the year?
No. Neither zone changes its clocks in a way that alters the gap, so the difference stays at 2 hours.
When is the best time for a meeting between South Africa and Dubai?
Inside both working days (09:00-17:00): 09:00-15:00 SAST = 11:00-17:00 GST. In July: Inside both working days (09:00-17:00): 09:00-15:00 SAST = 11:00-17:00 GST.
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