Time difference between Madrid and Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is 3 hours ahead of Madrid.

Spain · Central European Standard Time

1:46 AM

Thursday, November 12, 2026

United Arab Emirates · Gulf Standard Time

4:46 AM

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Madrid to Abu Dhabi time converter

Green rows are office hours in both places; light green rows are when both are awake.

What is the time difference between Madrid and Abu Dhabi?

Abu Dhabi is 3 hours ahead of Madrid. Madrid is on UTC+1 and Abu Dhabi is on UTC+4.

What time is it in Abu Dhabi when it is 9 AM in Madrid?

When it is 9:00 AM in Madrid, it is 12:00 PM in Abu Dhabi.

When is the best time to call Abu Dhabi from Madrid?

The best time to call or meet is 9:00 AM–3:00 PM in Madrid (12:00 PM–6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi), when both places are in normal office hours.

Which days are working days in both Madrid and Abu Dhabi?

Both Madrid and Abu Dhabi usually work Monday to Friday.

Does the time difference between Madrid and Abu Dhabi change?

Yes. Because of daylight saving time, the difference changes on Sunday, March 28, 2027, when Abu Dhabi will be 2 hours ahead of Madrid.

Madrid is 3 hours behind Abu Dhabi. More: time in Madrid · time in Abu Dhabi