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Convert CET to EET
Central European Time to Eastern European Time — Athens is 1 hour ahead of Paris
Quick Facts
Time Difference
+1 hours
CET Full Name
Central European Time
EET Full Name
Eastern European Time
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About CET and EET Time Zones
CET (Central European Time) is UTC+1 and covers cities like Paris, Berlin, Rome. EET (Eastern European Time) is UTC+2 and covers cities like Athens, Helsinki, Kyiv.
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Paris (CET), it's 1:00 PM in Athens (EET). The time difference between CET and EET is 1 hour — Athens is ahead of Paris.
With only a 1-hour difference, Paris and Athens share nearly a full business day overlap, making scheduling straightforward.
Daylight Saving Time
CET observes Daylight Saving Time and becomes CEST (Central European Summer Time) during summer months, shifting clocks forward by 1 hour to UTC+2.
EET observes Daylight Saving Time and becomes EEST (Eastern European Summer Time) during summer months, shifting clocks forward by 1 hour to UTC+3.
During DST transitions, the time difference between CET and EET 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 CET and EET?
Athens (EET) is 1 hour ahead of Paris (CET). The offset is +1 hours.
Is EET ahead or behind CET?
EET is 1 hour ahead of CET. CET is UTC+2 and EET is UTC+3.
When it's 12:00 PM in Paris, what time is it in Athens?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Paris (CET), it's 1:00 PM in Athens (EET).
When it's 5:00 PM in Paris, what time is it in Athens?
When it's 5:00 PM in Paris (CET), it's 6:00 PM in Athens (EET).
Does CET change for Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. CET (Central European Time, UTC+1) becomes CEST (Central European Summer Time, UTC+2) in summer, shifting clocks forward 1 hour.
Does EET change for Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. EET (Eastern European Time, UTC+2) becomes EEST (Eastern European Summer Time, UTC+3) in summer, shifting clocks forward 1 hour.