CET to EST time difference
EST is 6 hours behind CET.
Common CET to EST times (standard time)
| Central European Time | Eastern Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM CET | 6:00 PM the previous day EST |
| 3:00 AM CET | 9:00 PM the previous day EST |
| 6:00 AM CET | 12:00 AM EST |
| 8:00 AM CET | 2:00 AM EST |
| 9:00 AM CET | 3:00 AM EST |
| 12:00 PM CET | 6:00 AM EST |
| 3:00 PM CET | 9:00 AM EST |
| 5:00 PM CET | 11:00 AM EST |
| 6:00 PM CET | 12:00 PM EST |
| 9:00 PM CET | 3:00 PM EST |
About CET and EST
Central European Time (CET) is UTC+1 in winter and UTC+2 during daylight saving time. Eastern Time (EST) is UTC−5 in winter and UTC−4 during daylight saving time.
Scheduling a meeting? The best overlap is usually afternoon in CET, which is morning in EST. Use the 24-hour table in the converter to find a slot that works for everyone.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between CET and EST?
EST is 6 hours behind CET.
Does this handle daylight saving time?
Yes. The converter uses your browser’s up-to-date time zone database, so CET/EST daylight saving changes are applied automatically for the date you pick.
How do I convert CET to EST manually?
Subtract 6 hours to the CET time (in standard time). For example, 9:00 AM CET is 3:00 AM EST.