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AEST to EST Converter

EST is 15 hours behind AEST

Current AEST Time
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Australia/Sydney
Current EST Time
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America/New_York
Time Diff
15h behind
AEST
UTC+10
EST
UTC-5

AEST to EST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Australian Eastern Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) and Eastern Standard Time (EST) are separated by a 15 hours time difference. EST is 15 hours behind AEST. AEST is UTC+10, used in Australia, while EST is UTC-5, used in United States, Canada, Jamaica.

When converting from AEST to EST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM AEST equals 6:00 PM EST, 12:00 PM noon AEST equals 9:00 PM EST, and 5:00 PM AEST equals 2:00 AM EST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across AEST and EST

For professionals scheduling meetings between AEST and EST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 15 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited, making early morning or late evening calls necessary for one party. 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. EST observes DST, switching to EDT (UTC-4). 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 EST?
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is 15 hours behind Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in AEST, it is 9:00 PM in EST.
How do I convert AEST to EST?
To convert AEST to EST, subtract 15 hours from the AEST time. For example, 9:00 AM AEST is 6:00 PM EST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does AEST or EST observe Daylight Saving Time?
AEST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to AEDT (UTC+11). EST observes DST, switching to EDT (UTC-4). 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 EST?
The best time to schedule a call between AEST and EST 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 EST.
Is AEST ahead or behind EST?
AEST (UTC+10) is 15 hours ahead of EST (UTC-5). AEST corresponds to the IANA time zone Australia/Sydney, while EST corresponds to America/New_York.

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