Houston to Phoenix — Time Difference
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Time Difference: Houston vs Phoenix
Phoenix is 2 hours behind Houston. Houston is in Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5) and Phoenix is in Mountain Standard Time (MST, UTC-7).
Use the table below to find the equivalent Phoenix time for any hour in Houston. Click any row to see the full conversion page for that hour.
Business Hours — Houston to Phoenix
"Good" = both cities within business hours (9 AM–5 PM)
Full 24-Hour Table — Houston to Phoenix
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Houston and Phoenix?
Phoenix is 2 hours behind Houston. Houston uses Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5) and Phoenix uses Mountain Standard Time (MST, UTC-7).
What time is it in Phoenix when it is 9 AM in Houston?
9 AM in Houston (CDT) equals 7 AM in Phoenix (MST).
Is Houston ahead or behind Phoenix?
Phoenix is 2 hours behind Houston.
What is the best time to call from Houston to Phoenix?
The best time to call from Houston to Phoenix is between 11 AM–5 PM Houston time, when Phoenix is also within normal working hours (9 AM–5 PM).
Time Zones
Houston
Central Daylight Time
CDT · UTC-5
Phoenix
Mountain Standard Time
MST · UTC-7
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