Time Zone Converter
Convert time between US and world time zones instantly. See current times side by side with daylight saving adjustments.
How to convert between time zones: Select a converter below to see the current time in two zones side by side, updated every second. The US mainland has 4 time zones: Eastern (ET), Central (CT), Mountain (MT), and Pacific (PT). Eastern is 3 hours ahead of Pacific and 1 hour ahead of Central.
About time zone converter
Our time zone converter shows the current time in two zones side by side, updated every second. Each converter page displays the live time, date, timezone abbreviation, and UTC offset for both zones. Whether you need to convert EST to PST for a meeting or check the time difference between New York and London, our converter provides instant, accurate results with automatic daylight saving adjustments.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between EST and PST?
Eastern Time (ET) is 3 hours ahead of Pacific Time (PT). When it is 12:00 PM in New York (EST), it is 9:00 AM in Los Angeles (PST). This difference stays the same during daylight saving time since both zones change clocks on the same dates.
Does the converter handle daylight saving time?
Yes. Our converter uses your browser's built-in timezone support (IANA timezone database) which automatically handles daylight saving transitions. The displayed times are always accurate for the current date.
What is the difference between EST and EDT?
EST (Eastern Standard Time) is UTC−5 and is used in winter. EDT (Eastern Daylight Time) is UTC−4 and is used during daylight saving time in summer. "ET" (Eastern Time) refers to whichever is currently in effect.