Athens ↔ Ottawa
Best Time to Call
Excellent overlap! The best window to call is between 16:00 and 17:00 (Athens time).
Sync Athens and Ottawa easily. Athens is 7 hours ahead of Ottawa. Excellent overlap! The best window to call is between 16:00 and 17:00 (Athens time).
Upcoming Time Change
- New York City clocks forward 1h in 10 days Mar 08
💡 Review recurring meetings scheduled during these dates to avoid sync issues.
Meeting Optimizer
Sync Score
5.3/10
-12h Current Time +12h
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Tokyo
17:02 GMT+9
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Outside Business Hours🌍
New York City
03:02 EST
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London
08:02 GMT
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Outside Business HoursSynchronization Context
Syncing between Athens and Ottawa is challenging due to the 7 hours offset. Teams should prioritize asynchronous communication or specific 'handover' windows.
Athens Business Pulse
- Culture Sociable and relationship-heavy. Business often involves lively discussion.
- Lunch Break 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
- Pro Tip The best window for calls is 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Avoid calling between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM (the "siesta" or lunch period). Greeks value personal rapport and hospitality; business deals are often sealed over long meals or social gatherings. Be prepared for a warm and expressive communication style.
Ottawa Business Pulse
- Culture Formal, professional, and influenced by government and high-tech industries.
- Lunch Break 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM.
- Pro Tip Ideal call window is 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Ottawa is the capital of Canada; expect high professional standards and formal protocols. It is also a major tech hub. Punctuality and clear communication are highly valued. Avoid calling late on Friday afternoon.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Athens | Ottawa |
|---|---|---|
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | America/Toronto |
| Country | Greece | Canada |
| Coordinates | 37.98, 23.73 | 45.42, -75.70 |
| Population | 3,150,000 | 994,000 |