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SAST to TRT Converter

TRT is 1 hour ahead of SAST

Current SAST Time
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Africa/Johannesburg
Current TRT Time
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Europe/Istanbul
Time Diff
1h ahead
SAST
UTC+2
TRT
UTC+3
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM SAST (7h)

SAST to TRT Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in TRT

SAST to TRT time conversion table showing all 24 hours
SAST TRT
12:00 AM 1:00 AM
1:00 AM 2:00 AM
2:00 AM 3:00 AM
3:00 AM 4:00 AM
4:00 AM 5:00 AM
5:00 AM 6:00 AM
6:00 AM 7:00 AM
7:00 AM 8:00 AM
8:00 AM 9:00 AM
9:00 AM 10:00 AM
10:00 AM 11:00 AM
11:00 AM 12:00 PM
12:00 PM 1:00 PM
1:00 PM 2:00 PM
2:00 PM 3:00 PM
3:00 PM 4:00 PM
4:00 PM 5:00 PM
5:00 PM 6:00 PM
6:00 PM 7:00 PM
7:00 PM 8:00 PM
8:00 PM 9:00 PM
9:00 PM 10:00 PM
10:00 PM 11:00 PM
11:00 PM 12:00 AM +1d

Converting South Africa Standard Time to Turkey Time

South Africa Standard Time (SAST) and Turkey Time (TRT) are separated by a 1 hour time difference. TRT is 1 hour ahead of SAST. SAST is UTC+2, used in South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, while TRT is UTC+3, used in Turkey.

When converting from SAST to TRT, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM SAST equals 10:00 AM TRT, 12:00 PM noon SAST equals 1:00 PM TRT, and 5:00 PM SAST equals 6:00 PM TRT. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across SAST and TRT

For professionals scheduling meetings between SAST and TRT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 1 hour difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

SAST does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+2 year-round. TRT does not observe DST, staying at UTC+3 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between SAST and TRT?
Turkey Time (TRT) is 1 hour ahead of South Africa Standard Time (SAST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in SAST, it is 1:00 PM in TRT.
How do I convert SAST to TRT?
To convert SAST to TRT, add 1 hour to the SAST time. For example, 9:00 AM SAST is 10:00 AM TRT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does SAST or TRT observe Daylight Saving Time?
SAST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. TRT does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between SAST and TRT?
The best time to schedule a call between SAST and TRT is during overlapping business hours. If you are in SAST, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in TRT.
Is SAST ahead or behind TRT?
SAST (UTC+2) is 1 hour behind TRT (UTC+3). SAST corresponds to the IANA time zone Africa/Johannesburg, while TRT corresponds to Europe/Istanbul.

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