Skip to content

AEST to EAT Converter

EAT is 7 hours behind AEST

Current AEST Time
--:--:-- --
Australia/Sydney
Current EAT Time
--:--:-- --
Africa/Nairobi
Time Diff
7h behind
AEST
UTC+10
EAT
UTC+3
Overlapping hours: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM AEST (1h)

AEST to EAT Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in EAT

AEST to EAT time conversion table showing all 24 hours
AEST EAT
12:00 AM 5:00 PM -1d
1:00 AM 6:00 PM -1d
2:00 AM 7:00 PM -1d
3:00 AM 8:00 PM -1d
4:00 AM 9:00 PM -1d
5:00 AM 10:00 PM -1d
6:00 AM 11:00 PM -1d
7:00 AM 12:00 AM
8:00 AM 1:00 AM
9:00 AM 2:00 AM
10:00 AM 3:00 AM
11:00 AM 4:00 AM
12:00 PM 5:00 AM
1:00 PM 6:00 AM
2:00 PM 7:00 AM
3:00 PM 8:00 AM
4:00 PM 9:00 AM
5:00 PM 10:00 AM
6:00 PM 11:00 AM
7:00 PM 12:00 PM
8:00 PM 1:00 PM
9:00 PM 2:00 PM
10:00 PM 3:00 PM
11:00 PM 4:00 PM

Converting Australian Eastern Standard Time to East Africa Time

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) and East Africa Time (EAT) are separated by a 7 hours time difference. EAT is 7 hours behind AEST. AEST is UTC+10, used in Australia, while EAT is UTC+3, used in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania.

When converting from AEST to EAT, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM AEST equals 2:00 AM EAT, 12:00 PM noon AEST equals 5:00 AM EAT, and 5:00 PM AEST equals 10:00 AM EAT. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across AEST and EAT

For professionals scheduling meetings between AEST and EAT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 7 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

AEST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to AEDT (UTC+11) during summer months. EAT does not observe DST, staying at UTC+3 year-round. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between AEST and EAT?
East Africa Time (EAT) is 7 hours behind Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in AEST, it is 5:00 AM in EAT.
How do I convert AEST to EAT?
To convert AEST to EAT, subtract 7 hours from the AEST time. For example, 9:00 AM AEST is 2:00 AM EAT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does AEST or EAT observe Daylight Saving Time?
AEST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to AEDT (UTC+11). EAT does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between AEST and EAT?
The best time to schedule a call between AEST and EAT is during overlapping business hours. If you are in AEST, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in EAT.
Is AEST ahead or behind EAT?
AEST (UTC+10) is 7 hours ahead of EAT (UTC+3). AEST corresponds to the IANA time zone Australia/Sydney, while EAT corresponds to Africa/Nairobi.

Related Conversions

Cities in These Time Zones

Time Zone Info