EST Time Zone

About Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Eastern Standard Time is used in the eastern United States and Canada during winter months.

Time Offset

Eastern Standard Time is UTC-5 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). During Daylight Saving Time, it becomes UTC-4 (EDT).

Major Cities

Major cities that observe EST include: New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Miami, Boston, Houston, Phoenix, Seattle, Denver and 25 more cities.

Converting EST Time

When converting from EST to other time zones, remember to account for:

• Daylight Saving Time changes which may affect the time difference
• Different DST start and end dates in various countries
• Some regions may not observe DST at all
• Business hours and meeting schedules in different time zones

Business Applications

EST is commonly used for scheduling international meetings, coordinating business operations, and planning travel. Understanding time zone conversions helps ensure effective communication across different regions.