Berlin is 6 hours ahead of Detroit. Detroit uses Eastern Time (EST/EDT) while Berlin uses Central European Time (CET/CEST). When it's 9:00 AM in Detroit, it's 3:00 PM in Berlin.
Both cities observe daylight saving time, though they switch on different dates. The time difference is typically 6 hours but can briefly be 5 or 7 hours during transition periods.
Best calling time: 3:00 AM - 11:00 AM Detroit time. This corresponds to 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM in Berlin. Early morning calls from Detroit are necessary to reach German business hours.
Detroit and Berlin share strong automotive industry ties. German automakers have significant operations in the Detroit area, and both cities have vibrant music and cultural scenes.