EST to ICT Time Converter - Live World Clock

Convert time between Eastern Standard Time (EST) and Indochina Time (ICT). See current time with live clocks.

United States (EST)

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01:27:44 PM
Thursday, August 20, 2026

Thailand (ICT)

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12:27:44 AM
Friday, August 21, 2026

Current Time Difference

EST is -12 hours behind ICT

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 ICT (Indochina Time)?

Indochina Time (ICT) used in Southeast Asia, UTC+7:00.

Countries and Regions Using ICT

Primary Country:

  • Thailand

Also Used By:

  • Vietnam
  • Cambodia
  • Laos

Key Facts about ICT:

  • ✓ Major manufacturing hub
  • ✓ Tourism centers
  • ✓ No DST observed
  • ✓ Major Cities: Bangkok, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Jakarta
  • ✓ UTC Offset: +7:00

EST to ICT Time Difference

Standard Time Difference:

EST is -12 hours behind

Common Use Cases:

  • • Business meetings between United States and Thailand
  • • 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 ICT time zone?

Thailand is the primary country using ICT (+7:00). Other countries include: Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos.

How many hours is EST ahead of ICT?

EST is -12 hours behind ICT.

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.