CST to EGYT Time Converter

Convert Central Standard Time (CST) to Egypt Standard Time (EGYT). Both time zones are shown live below; current offset between them is 8 hours ahead.

Chicago · Central Standard Time
00:05:42
Thursday, May 14, 2026
CDT · UTC-05:00
Cairo · Egypt Standard Time
08:05:42
Thursday, May 14, 2026
GMT+3 · UTC+03:00

Convert a specific time

From: CST (Chicago)
To: EGYT (Cairo)
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Daylight Saving status right now

CST (Central Standard Time)
Observes DST
Yes
In DST right now
Yes
Next fall back
2026-11-01
Offset shift
UTC-05:00 → UTC-06:00
EGYT (Egypt Standard Time)
Observes DST
Yes
In DST right now
Yes
Next fall back
2026-10-29
Offset shift
UTC+03:00 → UTC+02:00

When can CST and EGYT meet?

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CST
EGYT
Both zones in working hours (9am-5pm)
One zone working
Off-hours
Columns are hours of the day in Chicago (CST). Each row shows the local working-hours state in that zone for the same moment in time.
No overlap during strict 9-5 working hours; some flexibility needed.
If both sides are willing to extend to 8am-7pm, the available window is 08:00–10:00 CST (16:00–18:00 EGYT).

Hour-by-hour CST to EGYT conversion table

CST time (Chicago)EGYT time (Cairo)Status
00:00 Thu08:00 ThuOff-hours both sides
01:00 Thu09:00 ThuEGYT working
02:00 Thu10:00 ThuEGYT working
03:00 Thu11:00 ThuEGYT working
04:00 Thu12:00 ThuEGYT working
05:00 Thu13:00 ThuEGYT working
06:00 Thu14:00 ThuEGYT working
07:00 Thu15:00 ThuEGYT working
08:00 Thu16:00 ThuEGYT working
09:00 Thu17:00 ThuCST working
10:00 Thu18:00 ThuCST working
11:00 Thu19:00 ThuCST working
12:00 Thu20:00 ThuCST working
13:00 Thu21:00 ThuCST working
14:00 Thu22:00 ThuCST working
15:00 Thu23:00 ThuCST working
16:00 Thu00:00 FriCST working
17:00 Thu01:00 FriOff-hours both sides
18:00 Thu02:00 FriOff-hours both sides
19:00 Thu03:00 FriOff-hours both sides
20:00 Thu04:00 FriOff-hours both sides
21:00 Thu05:00 FriOff-hours both sides
22:00 Thu06:00 FriOff-hours both sides
23:00 Thu07:00 FriOff-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 Standard Time (CST)
IANA identifier
America/Chicago
Current UTC offset
UTC-05:00
Current abbreviation
CDT
Major cities in this zone
ChicagoHoustonDallasAustinNew Orleans
Egypt Standard Time (EGYT)
IANA identifier
Africa/Cairo
Current UTC offset
UTC+03:00
Current abbreviation
GMT+3
Major cities in this zone
CairoAlexandria

Sun today in Chicago and Cairo

Chicago
Sunrise
05:33
Sunset
20:02
Solar noon
12:48
Daylight
14h 28m
Cairo
Sunrise
06:03
Sunset
19:41
Solar noon
12:52
Daylight
13h 37m

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Looking for local time? See time in Chicago or time in Cairo.

Frequently asked questions

What is the time difference between CST and EGYT right now?+
EGYT (Egypt Standard Time) is currently 8 hours ahead CST (Central Standard Time). The exact difference can change when one or both zones transition into or out of daylight saving time.
Does CST or EGYT observe daylight saving time?+
CST: observes daylight saving time. EGYT: observes daylight saving time.
When is the best time to schedule a meeting between CST and EGYT?+
Standard 9-5 hours do not overlap. Extending to 8am-7pm gives a window of 08:00–10:00 CST (16:00–18:00 EGYT).
What time is it in Cairo when it is 12:00 noon in Chicago?+
When it is 12:00 Thu in Chicago (CST), it is 20:00 Thu in Cairo (EGYT).
Which IANA time zone identifiers are used for CST and EGYT?+
CST maps to "America/Chicago" in the IANA database. EGYT maps to "Africa/Cairo". These identifiers are what most software libraries use to convert times accurately, including DST handling.
Is Chicago ahead of or behind Cairo?+
Whether Chicago (CST) is ahead of or behind Cairo (EGYT) depends on the current UTC offsets. Right now EGYT is 8 hours ahead CST. The live converter and side-by-side clocks above always reflect the current direction.
What are the current UTC offsets for CST and EGYT?+
CST is UTC-05:00 (CDT) and EGYT is UTC+03:00 (GMT+3). Both offsets shift by one hour when the corresponding region enters or exits daylight saving time, so the live values on this page are the source of truth.
Can I schedule meetings during business hours for both CST and EGYT?+
Not during a strict 9am-5pm window. If both sides flex to 8am-7pm, the available meeting window between CST and EGYT is 08:00–10:00 CST.