Convert Central Standard Time to Central European Time - Quick & Accurate
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To schedule a meeting between CST and CET:
Pro Tip: Schedule calls during the overlap window for optimal convenience for both time zones
| CST Time | CET Time | Context |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 07:00 AM | Midnight CST |
| 01:00 AM | 08:00 AM | Late Night |
| 02:00 AM | 09:00 AM | Late Night |
| 03:00 AM | 10:00 AM | Late Night |
| 04:00 AM | 11:00 AM | Late Night |
| 05:00 AM | 12:00 PM | Late Night |
| 06:00 AM | 01:00 PM | Early Morning CST |
| 07:00 AM | 02:00 PM | Night Time |
| 08:00 AM | 03:00 PM | Night Time |
| 09:00 AM | 04:00 PM | Work Starts CST |
| 10:00 AM | 05:00 PM | Night Time |
| 11:00 AM | 06:00 PM | Night Time |
Chicago
America/Chicago
Paris
Europe/Paris
CET (Central European Time) is 7 hours ahead of CST (Central Standard Time). This means when it's 12:00 PM in Chicago (CST), it's 7:00 PM in Paris (CET).
The best time to call from CST to CET is during overlapping business hours. For CST callers, schedule between 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST to ensure both parties are within standard business hours.
The time difference may change during daylight saving transitions if one region observes DST while the other doesn't. Central Standard Time (UTC-6 (CST) / UTC-5 (CDT)) and Central European Time (UTC+1 (CET) / UTC+2 (CEST)) may have different DST schedules.
CST includes cities like Chicago. CET includes cities like Paris. Both time zones cover important business and cultural centers.
In 2025, DST in North America starts on March 9 at 2:00 AM and ends on November 2 at 2:00 AM. Other regions may have different DST schedules or not observe DST at all.