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Convert AEST to EST
Australian Eastern Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time — New York is 14 hours behind Sydney
Quick Facts
Time Difference
-14 hours
AEST Full Name
Australian Eastern Standard Time
EST Full Name
Eastern Standard Time
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About AEST and EST Time Zones
AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time) is UTC+10 and covers cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane. EST (Eastern Standard Time) is UTC-5 and covers cities like New York, Washington D.C., Miami.
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Sydney (AEST), it's 10:00 PM in New York (EST). The time difference between AEST and EST is 14 hours — New York is behind Sydney.
With a 15-hour gap, scheduling overlap is very limited. Early morning in Sydney (6–8 AM) corresponds to evening or late night in New York.
Daylight Saving Time
AEST observes Daylight Saving Time and becomes AEDT (Australian Eastern Daylight Time) during summer months, shifting clocks forward by 1 hour to UTC+11.
EST observes Daylight Saving Time and becomes EDT (Eastern Daylight Time) during summer months, shifting clocks forward by 1 hour to UTC-4.
During DST transitions, the time difference between AEST and EST may shift by ±1 hour. Always verify the current offset above for the most accurate conversion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between AEST and EST?
New York (EST) is 14 hours behind Sydney (AEST). The offset is -14 hours.
Is EST ahead or behind AEST?
EST is 14 hours behind AEST. AEST is UTC+10 and EST is UTC-4.
When it's 12:00 PM in Sydney, what time is it in New York?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Sydney (AEST), it's 10:00 PM in New York (EST).
When it's 5:00 PM in Sydney, what time is it in New York?
When it's 5:00 PM in Sydney (AEST), it's 3:00 AM in New York (EST).
Does AEST change for Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time, UTC+10) becomes AEDT (Australian Eastern Daylight Time, UTC+11) in summer, shifting clocks forward 1 hour.
Does EST change for Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. EST (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-5) becomes EDT (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-4) in summer, shifting clocks forward 1 hour.