Forex Market Hours in Australia
The four major forex sessions in Australia time (AEST/AEDT, UTC+10 / UTC+11) with the best trading window highlighted — auto DST aware via the live clock on this page.
When does the forex market open in Australia?
The forex market opens Monday morning Sydney time (global week opens Sunday 17:00 ET) and runs through the week until the New York close (Saturday morning Sydney time (global week closes Friday 17:00 ET)). In Australia time the four major sessions are: Sydney 07:00–16:00 local, Tokyo 10:00–19:00 AEST, London 18:00–03:00 AEST, and New York 23:00–08:00 AEST. The best window is 23:00–03:00 AEST — the London–New York overlap with the highest liquidity and tightest spreads.
- AEST/AEDTAEST/AEDT timezone
- 23–03Best window AEST
- AEDTAU daylight time
- ASICAU regulator
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Forex Sessions in Australia Time (AEST/AEDT)
Standard reference times. London and New York can shift by one hour during daylight saving transitions — the live clock above stays DST-aware.
| Session | UTC | AEST/AEDT (Australia) | Volatility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 21:00 – 06:00 | 07:00–16:00 local | Low |
| Tokyo | 00:00 – 09:00 | 10:00–19:00 AEST | Medium |
| London | 08:00 – 17:00 | 18:00–03:00 AEST | High |
| New York | 13:00 – 22:00 | 23:00–08:00 AEST | Highest |
Best window for Australian traders
- AUD majors at the week open — Sydney starts the global FX week; AUD/USD and AUD/JPY lead.
- 23:00–03:00 AEST overlap — London–New York peak overnight for Sydney traders.
- ASIC licensing — check AFSL status and product intervention rules for Australian clients.
- Southern DST — AEDT runs Oct–Apr, opposite Northern Hemisphere — converter DST handling matters.
How DST Affects Forex Hours in Australia
Most Australian states observe daylight saving time from early October to early April (opposite the Northern Hemisphere). That flips London/New York local times by one hour for several months.
Standard reference
London 18:00–03:00 AEST · New York 23:00–08:00 AEST · Best late-evening overlap window.
UK / EU summer
During Australian daylight time (AEDT), London/New York displays shift one hour later locally.
US summer
Northern Hemisphere summer and Australian winter create opposite DST effects — always trust the live clock.
Forex Trading in Australia — Regulatory Context
Forex trading is legal in Australia. Retail brokers are regulated by ASIC. Check AFSL status, client money rules and product intervention settings before opening an account.
Use the live clock on this page with the FxOpenHours converter to confirm session status before you trade.
Holidays & Liquidity in Australia
Australian public holidays mainly affect local banking and AUD-related liquidity. Global forex usually stays open, but Christmas and New Year still cut volume worldwide.
For the full holiday calendar see our Forex Holiday Hours 2026 guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are forex market hours in Australia?
In Australia time (AEST/AEDT, UTC+10 / UTC+11): Sydney 07:00–16:00 local, Tokyo 10:00–19:00 AEST, London 18:00–03:00 AEST, and New York 23:00–08:00 AEST. The market is open 24/5.
What is the best time to trade forex in Australia?
23:00–03:00 AEST — the London–New York overlap. This window usually offers the highest liquidity and tightest spreads.
Does daylight saving time affect forex hours in Australia?
Most Australian states observe daylight saving time from early October to early April (opposite the Northern Hemisphere). That flips London/New York local times by one hour for several months.
Is forex trading legal in Australia?
Forex trading is legal in Australia and retail brokers are regulated by ASIC. Check AFSL status before opening an account.
What time does the London session open in Australia?
London session hours in Australia: 18:00–03:00 AEST. Use the live clock on this page for DST-aware conversions.