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CST to AEST Converter

AEST is 16 hours ahead of CST

Current CST Time
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America/Chicago
Current AEST Time
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Australia/Sydney
Time Diff
16h ahead
CST
UTC-6
AEST
UTC+10

CST to AEST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Central Standard Time to Australian Eastern Standard Time

Central Standard Time (CST) and Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) are separated by a 16 hours time difference. AEST is 16 hours ahead of CST. CST is UTC-6, used in United States, Canada, Mexico, while AEST is UTC+10, used in Australia.

When converting from CST to AEST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM CST equals 1:00 AM AEST, 12:00 PM noon CST equals 4:00 AM AEST, and 5:00 PM CST equals 9:00 AM AEST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across CST and AEST

For professionals scheduling meetings between CST and AEST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 16 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

CST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CDT (UTC-5) during summer months. AEST observes DST, switching to AEDT (UTC+11). 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 CST and AEST?
Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is 16 hours ahead of Central Standard Time (CST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in CST, it is 4:00 AM in AEST.
How do I convert CST to AEST?
To convert CST to AEST, add 16 hours to the CST time. For example, 9:00 AM CST is 1:00 AM AEST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does CST or AEST observe Daylight Saving Time?
CST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CDT (UTC-5). AEST observes DST, switching to AEDT (UTC+11). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between CST and AEST?
The best time to schedule a call between CST and AEST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in CST, 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 AEST.
Is CST ahead or behind AEST?
CST (UTC-6) is 16 hours behind AEST (UTC+10). CST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Chicago, while AEST corresponds to Australia/Sydney.

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