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Convert KST to EST
Korea Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time — New York is 13 hours behind Seoul
Quick Facts
Time Difference
-13 hours
KST Full Name
Korea Standard Time
EST Full Name
Eastern Standard Time
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About KST and EST Time Zones
KST (Korea Standard Time) is UTC+9 and covers cities like Seoul, Busan, Incheon. 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 Seoul (KST), it's 11:00 PM in New York (EST). The time difference between KST and EST is 13 hours — New York is behind Seoul.
With a 14-hour gap, scheduling overlap is very limited. Early morning in Seoul (6–8 AM) corresponds to evening or late night in New York.
Daylight Saving Time
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 KST and EST may shift by ±1 hour. Always verify the current offset above for the most accurate conversion.
Use our world clock tool to compare Seoul and New York with a visual timeline, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between KST and EST?
New York (EST) is 13 hours behind Seoul (KST). The offset is -13 hours.
Is EST ahead or behind KST?
EST is 13 hours behind KST. KST is UTC+9 and EST is UTC-4.
When it's 12:00 PM in Seoul, what time is it in New York?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Seoul (KST), it's 11:00 PM in New York (EST).
When it's 5:00 PM in Seoul, what time is it in New York?
When it's 5:00 PM in Seoul (KST), it's 4:00 AM in New York (EST).
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.