How to use the AEST to EST Converter
- Enter a AEST time. Set the date and time in Australian Eastern Time.
- Read the EST time. The Eastern Time equivalent appears instantly, with DST notes.
- Compare more cities. Add cities to the hour grid or click an hour to convert it.
Australian Eastern Time vs Eastern Time time difference in 2026
| Dates (2026) | ET vs Sydney time |
|---|---|
| Jan 1 – Mar 7 | −16 hours |
| Mar 8 – Apr 4 | −15 hours |
| Apr 5 – Oct 3 | −14 hours |
| Oct 4 – Oct 31 | −15 hours |
| Nov 1 – Dec 31 | −16 hours |
The difference changes 4 times in 2026 because the two zones switch daylight saving time on different dates.
AEST to EST conversion table (October 13, 2026)
| Sydney time (AEDT) | ET (EDT) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 9:00 AM (−1 day) |
| 1:00 AM | 10:00 AM (−1 day) |
| 2:00 AM | 11:00 AM (−1 day) |
| 3:00 AM | 12:00 PM (−1 day) |
| 4:00 AM | 1:00 PM (−1 day) |
| 5:00 AM | 2:00 PM (−1 day) |
| 6:00 AM | 3:00 PM (−1 day) |
| 7:00 AM | 4:00 PM (−1 day) |
| 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM (−1 day) |
| 9:00 AM | 6:00 PM (−1 day) |
| 10:00 AM | 7:00 PM (−1 day) |
| 11:00 AM | 8:00 PM (−1 day) |
| 12:00 PM | 9:00 PM (−1 day) |
| 1:00 PM | 10:00 PM (−1 day) |
| 2:00 PM | 11:00 PM (−1 day) |
| 3:00 PM | 12:00 AM |
| 4:00 PM | 1:00 AM |
| 5:00 PM | 2:00 AM |
| 6:00 PM | 3:00 AM |
| 7:00 PM | 4:00 AM |
| 8:00 PM | 5:00 AM |
| 9:00 PM | 6:00 AM |
| 10:00 PM | 7:00 AM |
| 11:00 PM | 8:00 AM |
Highlighted rows fall within 9 AM–5 PM in both zones. Times for other dates may differ around DST changes; use the converter above.
What your results mean
In this page’s name, AEST stands for Australian Eastern Time (Australia/Sydney) and EST for Eastern Time (America/New_York); the labels are used year-round as search terms. The converter uses each zone’s rules for the date you pick, so it shows AEDT or EDT automatically when daylight saving time applies.
Tips
- Australian Eastern Time is used in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra (Queensland stays on AEST all year).
- Eastern Time is used in New York, Florida, Georgia, the Eastern Seaboard, Ontario and Quebec.
- Also see PST to EST, EST to PST, CST to EST, EST to CST.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between AEST and EST?
As of October 13, 2026, Eastern Time is 15 hours behind Sydney time (AEDT) (AEDT UTC+11 vs EDT UTC−4). The gap changes during the year because of daylight saving time: 16 hours in mid-January and 14 hours in mid-July.
What is 9 AM AEST in EST?
On October 13, 2026, 9:00 AM Sydney time (AEDT) is 6:00 PM (−1 day) ET (EDT). The result can shift by an hour on dates when only one side is on daylight saving time; the converter above uses the rules for the date you pick.
Does AEST observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Australian Eastern Time switches between AEST (UTC+10) and AEDT (UTC+11); in 2026 clocks change on April 5 at 3:00 AM and October 4 at 2:00 AM local time.
Does EST observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Eastern Time switches between EST (UTC−5) and EDT (UTC−4); in 2026 clocks change on March 8 at 2:00 AM and November 1 at 2:00 AM local time.
When do AEST and EST business hours overlap?
They don’t overlap on a standard 9-to-5 day; one side has to start early or stay late. Early morning Sydney time is usually the best window.
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