Athens ↔ Phoenix
Best Time to Call
Decent overlap available between 17:00 and 19:00 (Athens time).
Sync Athens and Phoenix easily. Athens is 9 hours ahead of Phoenix. Decent overlap available between 17:00 and 19:00 (Athens time).
Upcoming Time Change
- New York City clocks forward 1h in 11 days Mar 09
💡 Review recurring meetings scheduled during these dates to avoid sync issues.
Meeting Optimizer
Sync Score
3.3/10
-12h Current Time +12h
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Tokyo
15:33 GMT+9
Working
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New York City
01:33 EST
Sleeping
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London
06:33 GMT
Sleeping
Synchronization Context
Syncing between Athens and Phoenix is challenging due to the 9 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.
Phoenix Business Pulse
- Culture Practical and influenced by the tech and aerospace sectors.
- Lunch Break 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM.
- Pro Tip Always double-check the time! Arizona does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so its offset with the rest of the US changes twice a year. Reach out between 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM. The culture is practical and direct, typical of the growing Mountain West tech hub.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Athens | Phoenix |
|---|---|---|
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | America/Phoenix |
| Country | Greece | USA |
| Coordinates | 37.98, 23.73 | 33.45, -112.07 |
| Population | 3,150,000 | 4,700,000 |