Convert CET to EST Time
Free online converter with current times, time difference, and conversion table between CET and EST time zones.
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Time difference: -6 hours
CET to EST Conversion Table
This table shows common CET times converted to EST time:
About CET and EST Time Zones
CET Time Zone
Full Name: Central European Time
UTC Offset: UTC+1
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Standard time in Central Europe.
Used in: Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Poland, Sweden, Norway
EST Time Zone
Full Name: Eastern Standard Time
UTC Offset: UTC-5
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Standard time in the Eastern Time Zone of North America.
Used in: USA, Canada, Mexico, Panama, Colombia, Peru
How to Convert CET to EST
Enter CET Time
Enter the CET time you want to convert using the time picker or by typing directly in 24-hour format.
Click Convert
Click the "Convert Time" button to perform the conversion from CET to EST.
View Result
The equivalent EST time will be displayed, along with the time difference between the two zones.
Use Conversion Table
For quick reference, you can also use the conversion table below that shows common CET times converted to EST.
Common Uses for CET to EST Conversion
International Business
Schedule meetings and calls between locations in Germany and USA time zones.
Travel Planning
Calculate arrival times and plan activities when traveling between Germany and USA.
Event Scheduling
Convert event times for international broadcasts, webinars, or sports events between these regions.
Keeping in Touch
Find the best times to call friends, family, or colleagues across these time zones.
Frequently Asked Questions
The time difference between CET and EST is -6 hours. This means that when it's noon (12:00 PM) in CET, it's 6:00 AM in EST.
To convert CET to EST time, subtract 6 hours from the CET time. You can use our converter at the top of this page for instant and accurate conversions.
CET observes DST. EST observes DST.
Partial overlap in business hours.
Our converter uses standard time zone offsets. For the most accurate conversions during DST transition periods, please verify the exact dates when DST begins or ends in the relevant regions, as these can vary by year and location.