Houston Time vs Amsterdam Time
What is the time difference between Houston, Texas and Amsterdam, Netherlands? 7 hours ahead of Houston. Live clocks, conversion tips, and business scheduling guide.
Houston, Texas (CDT)
Monday, September 21, 2026
Amsterdam (GMT+2)
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Houston to Amsterdam — Hour-by-Hour Conversion
| Houston (CDT) | Amsterdam (GMT+2) |
|---|---|
| 06:00 AM | 01:00 PM |
| 07:00 AM | 02:00 PM |
| 08:00 AM | 03:00 PM |
| 09:00 AM | 04:00 PM |
| 10:00 AM | 05:00 PM |
| 11:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 12:00 PM | 07:00 PM |
| 01:00 PM | 08:00 PM |
| 02:00 PM | 09:00 PM |
| 03:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| 04:00 PM | 11:00 PM |
| 05:00 PM | 12:00 AM |
| 06:00 PM | 01:00 AM |
| 07:00 PM | 02:00 AM |
| 08:00 PM | 03:00 AM |
| 09:00 PM | 04:00 AM |
Highlighted rows = typical Houston business hours
Business Scheduling: Houston ↔ Amsterdam
Houston energy companies frequently coordinate with Dutch counterparts (Shell originated in the Netherlands). The overlap window is 8–11 AM Houston time (3–6 PM Amsterdam time).
Travel Tips: Houston to Amsterdam
Direct flights from Houston to Amsterdam (Schiphol) take about 9.5 hours. The 7-hour jump means departing Houston in the evening gets you to Amsterdam the next morning.
Fun Facts
- Amsterdam is a major European financial center and home to Euronext
- The Netherlands is one of the world's largest natural gas producers, creating ties with Houston's energy sector
- When Houston starts at 8 AM, Amsterdam workers are wrapping up at 3 PM
About Houston and Amsterdam Time Zones
Amsterdam operates on Central European Time (CET/CEST), which is 7 hours ahead of Houston during most of the year. Both observe daylight saving time, though transition dates may differ slightly.