Seoul → Los Angeles: Time Difference
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How the difference works
Seoul uses Asia/Seoul (UTC+9 standard time) and Los Angeles uses America/Los_Angeles (UTC-8 standard time) — a standard-time gap of 17 hours behind Seoul. Los Angeles observes daylight saving time while Seoul does not, so the difference shifts by one hour twice a year.
Distance: about 9,586 km (5,956 mi) great-circle distance.
Seoul → Los Angeles, hour by hour
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Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between Seoul and Los Angeles?
In standard time, Los Angeles is 17 hours behind Seoul. Los Angeles observes daylight saving time while Seoul does not, so the difference shifts by one hour twice a year.
When it is 9:00 in Seoul, what time is it in Los Angeles?
In standard time it is 16:00 the previous day in Los Angeles. During daylight saving periods the answer can move by an hour — the live table on this page always reflects today's rules.
How far is Los Angeles from Seoul?
About 9,586 km (5,956 miles) as the crow flies, computed from city-center coordinates.