AEST to EST Converter
EST is 14 hours behind AEST · EST → AEST
Current offset note
The live clocks use today's IANA timezone rules. Right now AEST is displaying as GMT+10 (UTC+10:00) and EST is displaying as EDT (UTC-04:00), so this table reflects the current real-world offset.
Meeting planner for AEST and EST
Use these notes for recurring calls, handoffs, webinars, and launch timing across both zones.
Current difference
EST is 14 hours behind AEST using the current offsets shown by the live clocks.
Workday overlap
There is no standard 9 AM-5 PM overlap, so one side needs an early or late call window.
Recurring meetings
If either zone changes for daylight saving time, recheck the conversion before March-April and October-November meetings.
Quick Reference
| AEST | EST |
|---|---|
| Midnight (00:00) | 10:00 AM |
| 6 AM (06:00) | 4:00 PM |
| 9 AM (09:00) | 7:00 PM |
| Noon (12:00) | 10:00 PM |
| 3 PM (15:00) | 1:00 AM |
| 6 PM (18:00) | 4:00 AM |
| 9 PM (21:00) | 7:00 AM |
AEST to EST Conversion Table
Green rows indicate overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both zones
| AEST (24h) | AEST (12h) | EST (24h) | EST (12h) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | 12:00 AM | 10:00 | 10:00 AM | prev day |
| 01:00 | 1:00 AM | 11:00 | 11:00 AM | prev day |
| 02:00 | 2:00 AM | 12:00 | 12:00 PM | prev day |
| 03:00 | 3:00 AM | 13:00 | 1:00 PM | prev day |
| 04:00 | 4:00 AM | 14:00 | 2:00 PM | prev day |
| 05:00 | 5:00 AM | 15:00 | 3:00 PM | prev day |
| 06:00 | 6:00 AM | 16:00 | 4:00 PM | prev day |
| 07:00 | 7:00 AM | 17:00 | 5:00 PM | prev day |
| 08:00 | 8:00 AM | 18:00 | 6:00 PM | prev day |
| 09:00 | 9:00 AM | 19:00 | 7:00 PM | prev day |
| 10:00 | 10:00 AM | 20:00 | 8:00 PM | prev day |
| 11:00 | 11:00 AM | 21:00 | 9:00 PM | prev day |
| 12:00 | 12:00 PM | 22:00 | 10:00 PM | prev day |
| 13:00 | 1:00 PM | 23:00 | 11:00 PM | prev day |
| 14:00 | 2:00 PM | 00:00 | 12:00 AM | |
| 15:00 | 3:00 PM | 01:00 | 1:00 AM | |
| 16:00 | 4:00 PM | 02:00 | 2:00 AM | |
| 17:00 | 5:00 PM | 03:00 | 3:00 AM | |
| 18:00 | 6:00 PM | 04:00 | 4:00 AM | |
| 19:00 | 7:00 PM | 05:00 | 5:00 AM | |
| 20:00 | 8:00 PM | 06:00 | 6:00 AM | |
| 21:00 | 9:00 PM | 07:00 | 7:00 AM | |
| 22:00 | 10:00 PM | 08:00 | 8:00 AM | |
| 23:00 | 11:00 PM | 09:00 | 9:00 AM |
About AEST and EST
AEST — Australian Eastern Standard Time
| UTC offset | UTC+10:00 |
| IANA identifier | Australia/Sydney |
| Abbreviation | AEST |
Major cities: Sydney.
EST — Eastern Standard Time
| UTC offset | UTC-04:00 |
| IANA identifier | America/New_York |
| Abbreviation | EST |
Major cities: New York City.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between AEST and EST?
AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time) is UTC+10:00, while EST (Eastern Standard Time) is UTC-04:00. EST is 14 hours behind AEST. When it’s 12:00 PM (noon) in AEST, it’s 10:00 PM in EST (prev day).
When is 9 AM AEST in EST?
9:00 AM AEST is 7:00 PM EST (prev day). This conversion is useful for scheduling morning meetings or calls across these time zones.
What is the best time to schedule a call between AEST and EST?
There are no overlapping standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) between AEST and EST. One party will need to adjust their schedule. Early morning or late evening calls are typically the best compromise.
Does daylight saving time affect the AEST to EST conversion?
Yes, if either time zone observes DST, the offset between them may change by 1 hour during spring and autumn transitions (typically March/April and October/November). The table above shows the current offset. Use the live clocks at the top of this page for real-time accuracy, or check our interactive converter for custom dates.
How do I convert AEST to EST manually?
Subtract 14 hours from the AEST time. For example, 2:00 PM AEST − 14 hours = 12:00 AM EST. If the result is 24 or more, subtract 24 and add one day. If negative, add 24 and subtract one day.