EST to UTC Converter

Convert between any time zones worldwide. Free and accurate time zone converter with DST support.

Edit time and date on either side to see the conversion instantly.

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EST
Eastern Standard Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.
UTC
Coordinated Universal Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

Popular Timezone Conversions

CST to EST PST to EST MST to EST GMT to EST JST to EST GST to EST IST to EST EST to GMT

About EST to UTC Conversion

Converting time between EST and UTC requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. EST (EST) operates at UTC-5, while UTC (UTC) is set to UTC+0. This means UTC is 5 hours ahead EST. Note that due to the time difference, the date may change. When it's 9:10 PM EST on February 3, 2026, it's 2:10 AM UTC on February 4, 2026 in UTC. America/New_York observes daylight saving time, switching between EST (UTC-5) and EDT (UTC-4), while UTC does not observe daylight saving time. Use this converter to quickly find the equivalent time in UTC for any time in EST, whether you're scheduling meetings, planning travel, or coordinating with teams across different time zones.

How to Use the Time Zone Converter

  1. Select your source timezone from the "From timezone" dropdown (use search to find quickly)
  2. Enter the date and time you want to convert (or click "Today" and "Now" for current time)
  3. Select your target timezone from the "To timezone" dropdown
  4. The conversion updates automatically as you change inputs - no button needed!
  5. Use "Copy" button to copy the converted time, or use presets for quick conversions

More Conversions from EST

EST to CST EST to MST EST to MDT EST to PST EST to AKST EST to HST EST to GMT EST to CET EST to EET EST to MSK EST to IST EST to JST EST to CST-CHINA EST to HKT EST to SGT EST to GST EST to AEST EST to AWST EST to NZST EST to ART EST to BRT EST to PHT EST to BDT EST to KST EST to SAST EST to ICT EST to EAT EST to WAT EST to PKT

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between EST and UTC?

The time difference between EST and UTC is 5 hours. UTC is 5 hours ahead EST.

Is UTC ahead of or behind EST?

UTC is ahead of EST by 5 hours. When it's 9 AM in EST, it's 2:00 PM in UTC.

How many hours do you add to EST to get UTC?

You add 5 hours to EST to get UTC. For example, 9 AM EST + 5 hours = 2:00 PM UTC.

Does the EST to UTC time difference change during Daylight Saving Time?

Yes, the time difference can change during Daylight Saving Time (DST). EST observes DST, which can affect the time difference during the transition periods in spring and fall.

What is 9 AM EST in UTC?

9 AM EST is 2:00 PM UTC. This conversion accounts for the 5-hour time difference between the two timezones.

Is EST the same throughout the year when converting to UTC?

No, the conversion between EST and UTC can vary during the year due to Daylight Saving Time. The time difference may change by 1 hour during DST transition periods (typically March and November), so always use a current timezone converter for accurate conversions.

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