Time Difference Between Lisbon and Berlin

The time difference between Lisbon and Berlin is 1 hour. When it is 12:00 noon in Lisbon, it is 13:00 in Berlin. Lisbon uses the Europe/Lisbon time zone (UTC+1), while Berlin uses Europe/Berlin (UTC+2).

Berlin is 1 hour ahead of Lisbon — 1 hour
Lisbon, Portugal
01:43:46
Monday, May 11, 2026
UTC+1 · WEST (DST)
Berlin, Germany
02:43:46
Monday, May 11, 2026
UTC+2 · CEST (DST)

Time Zone Details: Lisbon vs Berlin

Detail Lisbon Berlin
Time Zone IDEurope/LisbonEurope/Berlin
UTC OffsetUTC+1UTC+2
AbbreviationWESTCEST
DST ActiveYes — currently observingYes — currently observing
CountryPortugalGermany
RegionEuropeEurope

Best Time to Schedule a Call

There are 7 overlapping business hours between Lisbon and Berlin (assuming 9:00–17:00 in each city). The ideal window for calls and meetings is:

09:00–16:00 in Lisbon  =  10:00–17:00 in Berlin

Hour-by-Hour Time Conversion

Use this table to quickly convert any hour from Lisbon time to Berlin time. Rows highlighted in green indicate overlapping business hours in both cities.

Lisbon Berlin
00:00 01:00 Night
01:00 02:00 Night
02:00 03:00 Night
03:00 04:00 Night
04:00 05:00 Night
05:00 06:00 Night
06:00 07:00
07:00 08:00
08:00 09:00
09:00 10:00 Overlap
10:00 11:00 Overlap
11:00 12:00 Overlap
12:00 13:00 Overlap
13:00 14:00 Overlap
14:00 15:00 Overlap
15:00 16:00 Overlap
16:00 17:00
17:00 18:00
18:00 19:00
19:00 20:00
20:00 21:00
21:00 22:00
22:00 23:00 Night
23:00 00:00 (+1 day) Night

Daylight Saving Time (DST) Impact

Both Lisbon and Berlin are currently observing daylight saving time. The current 1 hour difference reflects both cities' DST offsets. When one city switches back to standard time before the other, the gap will temporarily change by 1 hour.

Practical Tips for Lisbon–Berlin Scheduling

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between Lisbon and Berlin?

The time difference is 1 hour. Berlin is 1 hour ahead of Lisbon.

Does the time difference change during the year?

Yes. Both cities observe daylight saving time, but they may switch on different dates, causing the gap to shift by 1 hour temporarily.

When is the best time to call from Lisbon to Berlin?

The best window is between 09:00 and 16:00 Lisbon time, which corresponds to 10:00–17:00 in Berlin. Both sides fall within normal business hours.

How do I convert Lisbon time to Berlin time?

Add 1 hour to Lisbon time to get Berlin time. Use the hour-by-hour table above for a quick reference.

Related Pages

For sunrise and sunset data, visit TheSunsetTimes.com. For detailed DST schedules, see DaylightSavingTime.info.