Convert EST to CET Time
Free online converter with current times, time difference, and conversion table between EST and CET time zones.
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Time difference: +6 hours
EST to CET Conversion Table
This table shows common EST times converted to CET time:
About EST and CET Time Zones
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
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
How to Convert EST to CET
Enter EST Time
Enter the EST 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 EST to CET.
View Result
The equivalent CET 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 EST times converted to CET.
Common Uses for EST to CET Conversion
International Business
Schedule meetings and calls between locations in USA and Germany time zones.
Travel Planning
Calculate arrival times and plan activities when traveling between USA and Germany.
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 EST and CET is +6 hours. This means that when it's noon (12:00 PM) in EST, it's 6:00 PM in CET.
To convert EST to CET time, add 6 hours to the EST time. You can use our converter at the top of this page for instant and accurate conversions.
EST observes DST. CET 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.