Tel Aviv and Istanbul usually keep the same time. Tel Aviv observes daylight saving time and Istanbul does not, so the difference shifts by an hour around the changeovers.

Tel AvivIstanbul

Sunrise 5:50 AMSunset 7:46 PM(local)

Sunrise 5:51 AMSunset 8:31 PM(local)

Tel Aviv: daylight saving timeNow UTC+3. Next change: October 25, 2026 — clocks go back 1 hour.
Tel AvivUTC+3
IstanbulUTC+3

🇮🇱 Tel Aviv

Dialing code+972
Population432,892
Coordinates32.08°N, 34.78°E
Elevation15 m

🇹🇷 Istanbul

Dialing code+90
Population15,701,602
Coordinates41.01°N, 28.95°E
Elevation39 m

Best time for a call: 09:00–18:00 in Tel AvivAdd to calendar

Working hours assumed 9:00–18:00.

Frequently asked questions

What is the time difference between Tel Aviv and Istanbul?
Tel Aviv and Istanbul are in the same time. Use the side-by-side clocks and the day/night strips above to convert any hour between them.
When is the best time to call between Tel Aviv and Istanbul?
The best window to call is 09:00–18:00 Tel Aviv time, when working hours overlap in both cities. Pick an hour on the strips to add it to your calendar.
Why does the time difference between Tel Aviv and Istanbul change?
Because at least one of Tel Aviv and Istanbul observes daylight saving time, the difference shifts by an hour when one city changes its clocks and the other has not yet (or does not).