EST to GMT time difference
GMT is 5 hours ahead of EST.
Common EST to GMT times (standard time)
| Eastern Time | Greenwich Mean Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM EST | 5:00 AM GMT |
| 3:00 AM EST | 8:00 AM GMT |
| 6:00 AM EST | 11:00 AM GMT |
| 8:00 AM EST | 1:00 PM GMT |
| 9:00 AM EST | 2:00 PM GMT |
| 12:00 PM EST | 5:00 PM GMT |
| 3:00 PM EST | 8:00 PM GMT |
| 5:00 PM EST | 10:00 PM GMT |
| 6:00 PM EST | 11:00 PM GMT |
| 9:00 PM EST | 2:00 AM the next day GMT |
About EST and GMT
Eastern Time (EST) is UTC−5 in winter and UTC−4 during daylight saving time. Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is UTC+0 in winter and UTC+1 during daylight saving time.
Scheduling a meeting? The best overlap is usually morning in EST, which is afternoon or evening in GMT. 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 EST and GMT?
GMT is 5 hours ahead of EST.
Does this handle daylight saving time?
Yes. The converter uses your browser’s up-to-date time zone database, so EST/GMT daylight saving changes are applied automatically for the date you pick.
How do I convert EST to GMT manually?
Add 5 hours to the EST time (in standard time). For example, 9:00 AM EST is 2:00 PM GMT.