EST to AEST Time Converter - Live World Clock
Convert time between Eastern Standard Time (EST) and Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). See current time with live clocks.
United States (EST)
Australia (AEST)
Current Time Difference
EST is -15 hours behind AEST
(-15 hours during Daylight Saving Time)
What is EST (Eastern Standard Time)?
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is used in eastern North America and the Caribbean, UTC-5:00.
Countries and Regions Using EST
Primary Country:
- United States
- States: New York, Florida, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Michigan
Also Used By:
- Canada - Ontario, Quebec
Key Facts about EST:
- ✓ Most populous US timezone
- ✓ Wall Street financial center
- ✓ DST observed March-November
- ✓ Major Cities: New York City, Miami, Atlanta, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington D.C.
- ✓ UTC Offset: -5:00 (-4:00 during EDT)
What is AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time)?
Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) used in eastern Australia, UTC+10:00.
Countries and Regions Using AEST
Primary Country:
- Australia
Key Facts about AEST:
- ✓ Most populous Australian timezone
- ✓ Major business centers
- ✓ DST observed October-April
- ✓ Major Cities: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra
- ✓ UTC Offset: +10:00 (+11:00 during AEDT)
EST to AEST Time Difference
Standard Time Difference:
EST is -15 hours behind
During Daylight Saving Time:
EST is -15 hours behind
Common Use Cases:
- • Business meetings between United States and Australia
- • International collaboration across timezones
- • Scheduling calls and conferences
Frequently Asked Questions
Which countries are in EST time zone?
United States is the primary country using EST (-5:00). Other countries include: Canada.
Which countries are in AEST time zone?
Australia is the primary country using AEST (+10:00).
How many hours is EST ahead of AEST?
EST is -15 hours behind AEST. During Daylight Saving Time, the difference is -15 hours.
Does United States observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, United States observes Daylight Saving Time. During DST, EST changes to EDT (Eastern Daylight Time) with UTC offset of -4:00.