The 2025 Formula 1 season rolls into Austria for one of the calendar’s most scenic and high-stakes races, so knowing the F1 2025 Austrian GP start time is crucial to catching every lap from the Red Bull Ring.
Lando Norris is in red-hot form after clinching pole position in dominant fashion, while Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri will be eager to challenge him on Sunday. Max Verstappen and Red Bull will be desperate to deliver for the home crowd after a difficult qualifying session. The stage is set for a dramatic contest in the Styrian mountains as the F1 grid lines up for Round 11 of the championship.
Fans across the world will want to set their alarms for the 2025 Austrian Grand Prix, which marks a crucial turning point as we close in on the summer break. The race promises high-speed action, unpredictable weather, and the potential for a shake-up in the driver and constructor standings.
When does the 2025 Austrian Grand Prix start?
Check the table below to find out when lights go out for the 2025 F1 Austrian GP in your region as the race will start at 15:00 local time (CEST) on Sunday, June 29, at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg.
| Country/Region | Race Start Time – June 29 |
|---|---|
| Austria | 15:00 CEST |
| UK | 14:00 BST |
| Ireland | 14:00 BST |
| Canada | 09:00 EDT / 06:00 PDT |
| USA | 09:00 EDT / 06:00 PDT |
| Australia | 23:00 AEST |
| New Zealand | 01:00 NZDT (June 30)* |
| South Africa | 15:00 SAST |
| India | 18:30 IST |
| Singapore | 21:00 SGT |
| EU (Central) | 15:00 CEST |
*denotes the following day
Whether you are supporting McLaren, Ferrari, Red Bull, or any of the midfield challengers, make sure you do not miss the start of the race as the battle for supremacy in the 2025 Formula 1 World Championship heats up in Austria.
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