Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
If it's this in Lusaka, it's that in Seoul.
When it's 8:00 am in Lusaka, it's 3:00 pm in Seoul — afternoon there, the same day.
When it's 10:00 am in Lusaka, it's 5:00 pm in Seoul — afternoon there, the same day.
When it's 12:00 pm in Lusaka, it's 7:00 pm in Seoul — evening there, the same day.
When it's 3:00 pm in Lusaka, it's 10:00 pm in Seoul — night there, the same day.
When it's 5:00 pm in Lusaka, it's 12:00 am in Seoul — late night there, the next day.
When it's 9:00 pm in Lusaka, it's 4:00 am in Seoul — late night there, the next day.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Lusaka uses the ZMW (ZK) and Seoul uses the KRW (₩). Language shifts too — English in Lusaka, Korean in Seoul. Be careful behind the wheel: Lusaka drives on the left, Seoul on the right.
- Country
- Zambia
- Capital
- Lusaka
- Currency
- Zambian kwacha (ZMW · ZK)
- Language
- English
- Calling code
- +260
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- South Korea
- Capital
- Seoul
- Currency
- South Korean won (KRW · ₩)
- Language
- Korean
- Calling code
- +82
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Lusaka and Seoul?
Lusaka is 7 hours ahead of Seoul. Lusaka runs on GMT+2 and Seoul on GMT+9. The gap can shift by an hour when either side enters or leaves daylight saving — the live clocks above always reflect the current offset.
When it's 10 am in Lusaka, what time is it in Seoul?
10:00 am in Lusaka is 5:00 pm in Seoul on the same day — afternoon there. The same shift applies to any hour; the quick-conversion cards and the 24-hour table above cover the full day.
When it's 3 pm in Lusaka, what time is it in Seoul?
3:00 pm in Lusaka is 10:00 pm in Seoul on the same day — night there. The same shift applies to any hour; the quick-conversion cards and the 24-hour table above cover the full day.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
There are 1 hour where both cities are inside a 09:00–17:00 workday. Aim for the middle of that window so neither side is starting or closing out.
Does daylight saving time change the difference?
Yes, if either city observes DST. When one side shifts and the other doesn't, the gap changes by one hour. The DST badges under each clock show whether each zone is currently shifted and when the next transition lands.
How far is Lusaka from Seoul?
About 11,794 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 14h 23m, not counting airport time, winds, or routing around restricted airspace.
Can I send this meeting time as a calendar invite?
Yes. Pick a time on the slider above, open the meeting card, customize the title and duration, then download the .ics file. It imports cleanly into Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar with the correct timezone attached.
What currency do Lusaka and Seoul use?
Lusaka uses the Zambian kwacha (ZMW, ZK); Seoul uses the South Korean won (KRW, ₩). Check the live rate before transferring money or paying with a card abroad — most banks add a 1–3 % FX margin on top of the mid-market rate.
How do I call Lusaka from Seoul?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +260, then the local number — drop any leading zero of the city or mobile code. For free calls, WhatsApp, Signal, and FaceTime work over Wi-Fi regardless of country code.
What language is spoken in Lusaka and Seoul?
Lusaka primarily speaks English; Seoul speaks Korean. English is widely used in business contexts in major cities of both, but written contracts may need translation.
Do Lusaka and Seoul drive on the same side of the road?
No. Zambia drives on the left, South Korea on the right. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.