What is the time difference between COT and ICT?

Indochina Time (ICT) is 12 hours ahead of Colombia Time (COT). COT uses a UTC offset of UTC-5, while ICT uses UTC+7. For example, when it's 9:00 AM in COT, it's 9:00 PM in ICT. This difference remains constant year-round since neither timezone observes daylight saving time. Use the conversion table above to see the exact time for each hour of the day.

How do I convert COT to ICT?

To convert COT to ICT, add 12 hours to the COT time. For example, 9:00 AM COT is 9:00 PM ICT, and 5:00 PM COT is 5:00 AM ICT. Since neither timezone observes DST, this conversion stays the same all year. You can also use the interactive converter above for quick, accurate results.

What time is it in ICT when it's noon in COT?

When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in COT, it's 12:00 AM in ICT. This is because ICT is 12 hours ahead of COT. Similarly, when it's 6:00 PM in COT, it's 6:00 AM in ICT. This relationship is constant throughout the year. The color-coded conversion table above shows every hour mapped between both timezones.

How many hours ahead is ICT from COT?

ICT is 12 hours ahead of COT. This means when it's 9:00 AM in COT, it's 9:00 PM in ICT, and when it's midnight in COT, it's 12:00 PM in ICT. This offset is constant throughout the year since neither timezone uses daylight saving time. The conversion table above provides a complete hour-by-hour mapping.

Is ICT ahead or behind COT?

ICT is ahead of COT by 12 hours. Clocks in ICT show a later time than COT, meaning the day starts earlier in ICT relative to COT. For example, when it's morning in COT, it's already afternoon or evening in ICT. This difference stays the same year-round.

Does COT observe daylight saving time?

No, Colombia Time does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC-5 remains the same year-round, which simplifies time conversions. Regions using COT keep their clocks unchanged regardless of the season.

Does ICT observe daylight saving time?

No, Indochina Time does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC+7 remains the same year-round, making time conversions to ICT more predictable. Countries and regions in this timezone keep their clocks unchanged regardless of the season.

What is the best time to call from COT to ICT?

The best time for a call between COT and ICT is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both timezones. To reach someone in ICT during their work day, call between 9:00 PM and 5:00 AM your COT time. Avoid calling too early or late, as the 12 hours difference means your evening could be their late night. Check the color-coded conversion table above — green hours indicate business hours in both zones, making it easy to find the ideal time.

Do COT and ICT ever have the same time?

No, COT and ICT are always 12 hours apart and never display the same clock time simultaneously. Neither timezone observes DST, so the difference is constant year-round with no seasonal variation. The 12 hours offset is determined by their fixed positions relative to the Prime Meridian (UTC). You can always rely on this consistent difference when planning across these timezones.

COT to ICT Converter

Convert Colombia Time to Indochina Time. See the hour-by-hour conversion table below.

Timezone Details

Bogota

1:07 PM

Thursday, April 2, 2026

Bogota (UTC-05:00)

Indochina Time

1:07 AM

Friday, April 3, 2026

ICT (UTC+07:00)

Difference: +12 hours

ICT DST: No

24-Hour Overview

Bogota — 24-hour overview

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ICT — 24-hour overview

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External Resources

Indochina Time on Wikipedia IANA Time Zone Database