How to Watch US TV in the UAE
American networks, cable channels and US sports, live on your TV in the UAE.
Short answer: an IPTV subscription gives you live US networks, cable channels and American sports in the UAE. The UAE is 8 to 9 hours ahead of New York and 11 to 12 hours ahead of Los Angeles, so US prime time airs in the early morning in Dubai. The on demand library helps you watch shows at a normal hour.
What US channels are included
- The major US broadcast networks, often with several local affiliates
- Cable entertainment, reality and lifestyle channels
- US news channels
- Kids and family channels
- US sports: NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, college sports, UFC and boxing
US to UAE time difference
| US event (Eastern Time) | UAE time (US winter) | UAE time (US summer) |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 pm prime time | 5:00 am | 4:00 am |
| 1:00 pm Sunday NFL | 10:00 pm | 9:00 pm |
| 7:30 pm NBA tip off | 4:30 am | 3:30 am |
Sunday afternoon NFL games land in the UAE evening, which makes them the easiest US sport to watch live.
Getting started
- Ask for a free trial and tell us you want US channels.
- Set up your device and open the USA group.
- Choose a plan.
US TV questions
Can I watch the Super Bowl in the UAE?
Yes, on the US sports channels. Kick off is usually around 3:30 am UAE time on Monday morning.
Can I watch NBA games live?
Yes. Most games start between 3 am and 7 am UAE time, so many fans watch the replay on demand.
American TV, in the UAE
Test the US channels free for 24 hours.
Last updated: 25 October 2026 by Mohamed