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PST to AEST Converter

AEST is 18 hours ahead of PST

Current PST Time
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America/Los_Angeles
Current AEST Time
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Australia/Sydney
Time Diff
18h ahead
PST
UTC-8
AEST
UTC+10

PST to AEST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Pacific Standard Time to Australian Eastern Standard Time

Pacific Standard Time (PST) and Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) are separated by a 18 hours time difference. AEST is 18 hours ahead of PST. PST is UTC-8, used in United States, Canada, while AEST is UTC+10, used in Australia.

When converting from PST to AEST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM PST equals 3:00 AM AEST, 12:00 PM noon PST equals 6:00 AM AEST, and 5:00 PM PST equals 11:00 AM AEST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across PST and AEST

For professionals scheduling meetings between PST 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 18 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

PST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to PDT (UTC-7) 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 PST and AEST?
Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is 18 hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time (PST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in PST, it is 6:00 AM in AEST.
How do I convert PST to AEST?
To convert PST to AEST, add 18 hours to the PST time. For example, 9:00 AM PST is 3:00 AM AEST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does PST or AEST observe Daylight Saving Time?
PST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to PDT (UTC-7). 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 PST and AEST?
The best time to schedule a call between PST and AEST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in PST, 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 PST ahead or behind AEST?
PST (UTC-8) is 18 hours behind AEST (UTC+10). PST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Los_Angeles, while AEST corresponds to Australia/Sydney.

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