Colombo vs Dhaka — Time Zone & Clock
Colombo is behind by 0 hours 30 minutes
Colombo ↔ Dhaka
8h of business hours overlap daily (09:00–17:00)
Colombo
Dhaka
Working hours: 09:00–17:00 local. Green = both working. Purple = one side only.
Quick time conversions: Colombo → Dhaka
Common reference points to help you plan across the time difference.
6:00 PM in Colombo corresponds exactly to 6:30 PM in Dhaka.
Is 12:00 PM a good time to call Dhaka from Colombo?—12:30 PM
7:00 PMin Colombo→7:30 PMin Dhaka
When Colombo clocks show 9:00 AM, Dhaka reads 9:30 AM.
7:00 AMin Colombo→7:30 AMin Dhaka
Is 2:00 PM a good time to call Dhaka from Colombo?—2:30 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dhaka ahead of or behind Colombo?
The offset is 0 hours 30 minutes — Colombo is behind Dhaka. Timezones: Asia/Colombo and Asia/Dhaka.
What meeting time works for both Colombo and Dhaka?
The 7.5 hours shared window (standard 9–5) gives room to schedule without anyone joining at odd hours. 09:00 Colombo / 09:00 Dhaka is a solid anchor.
Are there any upcoming DST changes for Colombo or Dhaka?
No DST changes are expected in the next 7 days for either Colombo or Dhaka. The 0 hours 30 minutes difference is stable.
What's midday in Colombo in Dhaka time?
Noon in Colombo corresponds to 12:30 PM in Dhaka.
How do I find out what time it is in Dhaka from Colombo?
The live slider at the top converts any Colombo time to Dhaka instantly. You can also type natural language like "9am" or "15:30".
Does Dhaka have holidays coming up that could affect scheduling?
Yes — Dhaka has an upcoming public holiday: July Mass Uprising Day on August 5. Check the holiday panel above before confirming meetings.
Which UTC offsets do Colombo and Dhaka follow?
Colombo follows Asia/Colombo. Dhaka uses Asia/Dhaka. Together they are 0 hours 30 minutes apart.