Amsterdam and London: plan a meeting across time zones

The time difference

The gap between Amsterdam and London is constant all year: Amsterdam is 1 hours ahead of London.

Best time to meet

A one-hour meeting starting around 10 AM in Amsterdam lands at 9 AM in London — inside normal working hours (9 AM–5 PM) for both sides.

Clock changes to plan around

• Amsterdam changes clocks — 2026: 29 March and 25 October; 2027: 28 March and 31 October.
• London changes clocks — 2026: 29 March and 25 October; 2027: 28 March and 31 October.

Upcoming public holidays

• 25 December — Amsterdam: Christmas Day
• 26 December — Amsterdam: Second Day of Christmas
• 1 January 2027 — Amsterdam: New Year's Day
• 26 March 2027 — Amsterdam: Good Friday
• 25 December — London: Christmas Day
• 26 December — London: Boxing Day
• 28 December — London: Boxing Day (observed)
• 1 January 2027 — London: New Year's Day

Holiday data uses country-level public calendars and may miss regional observances or company shutdowns — confirm with your participant if the date matters.

Questions about Amsterdam and London

When is the best time to meet between Amsterdam and London?

Aim for 10 AM in Amsterdam, which is 9 AM in London. That keeps both sides inside a normal 9 AM–5 PM day, so neither is dialling in before breakfast or after dinner. Check the date against each country's public holidays before sending the invite.

What time is it in London when it is 9 AM in Amsterdam?

For most of the year, 9 AM in Amsterdam is 8 AM in London (UTC+2 against UTC+1). Open the planner for a specific date.

Does Amsterdam or London change clocks first?

Both cities observe daylight saving, but not always on the same dates — see the clock-change dates above.

Is there a public holiday in Amsterdam or London soon?

Amsterdam: Christmas Day on 25 December. London: Christmas Day on 25 December.