How do I convert CEST to EST?

To convert CEST to EST, use our free time converter tool. Enter the time in Central European Summer Time and instantly see the equivalent time in Eastern Standard Time. The converter automatically accounts for Daylight Saving Time.

What time is it in New York when it's noon in Paris?

When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Paris (CEST), the time in New York (EST) depends on the current UTC offset of both zones. Use our converter to get the exact current conversion.

CEST to EST Time Converter

Convert Central European Summer Time (CEST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST). Both time zones are shown live below; current offset between them is 6 hours behind.

Paris · Central European Summer Time

20:28:21

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

GMT+2 · UTC+02:00

New York · Eastern Standard Time

14:28:21

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

EDT · UTC-04:00

Convert a specific time

From: CEST (Paris)

To: EST (New York)

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Daylight Saving status right now

CEST (Central European Summer Time)

Observes DST: Yes
In DST right now: Yes
Next fall back: 2026-10-25
Offset shift: UTC+02:00 → UTC+01:00

EST (Eastern Standard Time)

Observes DST: Yes
In DST right now: Yes
Next fall back: 2026-11-01
Offset shift: UTC-04:00 → UTC-05:00

When can CEST and EST meet?

2 hours of overlap during standard 9am-5pm working hours.

Best meeting window: 15:00–16:00 CEST (09:00–10:00 EST).

Hour-by-hour CEST to EST conversion table

CEST time (Paris)	EST time (New York)	Status
00:00 Tue	18:00 Mon	Off-hours both sides
01:00 Tue	19:00 Mon	Off-hours both sides
02:00 Tue	20:00 Mon	Off-hours both sides
03:00 Tue	21:00 Mon	Off-hours both sides
04:00 Tue	22:00 Mon	Off-hours both sides
05:00 Tue	23:00 Mon	Off-hours both sides
06:00 Tue	00:00 Tue	Off-hours both sides
07:00 Tue	01:00 Tue	Off-hours both sides
08:00 Tue	02:00 Tue	Off-hours both sides
09:00 Tue	03:00 Tue	CEST working
10:00 Tue	04:00 Tue	CEST working
11:00 Tue	05:00 Tue	CEST working
12:00 Tue	06:00 Tue	CEST working
13:00 Tue	07:00 Tue	CEST working
14:00 Tue	08:00 Tue	CEST working
15:00 Tue	09:00 Tue	Both at work
16:00 Tue	10:00 Tue	Both at work
17:00 Tue	11:00 Tue	EST working
18:00 Tue	12:00 Tue	EST working
19:00 Tue	13:00 Tue	EST working
20:00 Tue	14:00 Tue	EST working
21:00 Tue	15:00 Tue	EST working
22:00 Tue	16:00 Tue	EST working
23:00 Tue	17:00 Tue	Off-hours both sides

Times computed for today in each zone using the IANA time zone database. The conversion accounts for daylight saving time wherever applicable.

About these time zones

Central European Summer Time (CEST)

IANA identifier: Europe/Paris
Current UTC offset: UTC+02:00
Current abbreviation: GMT+2

Major cities in this zone

ParisLyonMarseille

Eastern Standard Time (EST)

IANA identifier: America/New_York
Current UTC offset: UTC-04:00
Current abbreviation: EDT

Major cities in this zone

New YorkMiamiAtlantaBostonPhiladelphia

Sun today in Paris and New York

Paris

Sunrise

06:25

Sunset

21:11

Solar noon

13:48

Daylight

14h 46m

New York

Sunrise

05:51

Sunset

19:56

Solar noon

12:53

Daylight

14h 5m

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Frequently asked questions

What is the time difference between CEST and EST right now?+

EST (Eastern Standard Time) is currently 6 hours behind CEST (Central European Summer Time). The exact difference can change when one or both zones transition into or out of daylight saving time.

Does CEST or EST observe daylight saving time?+

CEST: observes daylight saving time. EST: observes daylight saving time.

When is the best time to schedule a meeting between CEST and EST?+

The strongest overlap is 15:00–16:00 CEST (09:00–10:00 EST), giving 2 hours when both sides are within standard 9am-5pm working hours.

What time is it in New York when it is 12:00 noon in Paris?+

When it is 12:00 Tue in Paris (CEST), it is 06:00 Tue in New York (EST).

Which IANA time zone identifiers are used for CEST and EST?+

CEST maps to "Europe/Paris" in the IANA database. EST maps to "America/New_York". These identifiers are what most software libraries use to convert times accurately, including DST handling.