Tokyo to Austin Time Difference
Austin is 14 hours behind Tokyo. When it is noon in Tokyo, it is 22:00 in Austin.
Tokyo (UTC+9) → Chicago (UTC-5)
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When it's 19:00 in Tokyo, it's 05:00 in Austin
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Tokyo & Austin◐ Extended Hours (3 hours)
✈️ Travel Information
Distance
10,541 km
Est. Flight Time
~13.4h
Time Difference
-14h
Work Hours Overlap
0h
None
🔴 Office Closed
No overlap available
No overlap
⏰ Quick Conversion
06:00
Tokyo
16:00
Austin (-1)
09:00
Tokyo
19:00
Austin (-1)
12:00
Tokyo
22:00
Austin (-1)
15:00
Tokyo
01:00
Austin
18:00
Tokyo
04:00
Austin
21:00
Tokyo
07:00
Austin
00:00
Tokyo
10:00
Austin (-1)
03:00
Tokyo
13:00
Austin (-1)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours is Tokyo ahead of Austin?
Austin is 14 hours behind Tokyo. When it is 12:00 noon in Tokyo, it is 22:00 in Austin. Tokyo operates on Asia/Tokyo (UTC+9), while Austin uses America/Chicago (UTC-5).
What is the best time to call Austin from Tokyo?
Standard business hours (9 AM–5 PM) do not overlap between Tokyo and Austin due to the 14 hours difference. Consider early morning or late evening calls, or use async communication.
Does the Tokyo to Austin time difference change throughout the year?
The time difference can shift by up to one hour when either city observes Daylight Saving Time (DST). DST transition dates differ between countries — typically March/April in the Northern Hemisphere and October in the Southern Hemisphere. Always verify the live difference above when scheduling important meetings near DST changeover dates.
Flying between Tokyo and Austin
The distance between Tokyo and Austin is approximately 10,541 km. A direct flight typically takes around 13.4 hours. Your arrival clock will show local Austin time — use our Flight Time Calculator to predict exact arrival times.