Fiji is typically 2-3 hours ahead of Sydney. The exact difference varies because both locations observe daylight saving time but on different schedules. Fiji uses Fiji Standard Time (FJT, UTC+12) and Fiji Daylight Time (FJDT, UTC+13).
During Sydney's summer (AEDT) and Fiji's summer (FJDT), the difference can be as little as 2 hours. During winter months for both, the difference is typically 2 hours. The variation depends on the specific DST transition dates each year.
Optimal calling window: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sydney time (approximately 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Fiji time). The small time difference makes scheduling very convenient.
Fiji is one of Australia's favorite tropical holiday destinations, with direct flights from Sydney taking about 4 hours. The similar time zones make it easy to stay connected with family and work back home.