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

Converting time between UTC and EST requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. UTC (UTC) operates at UTC+0, while EST (EST) is set to UTC-5. This means EST is 5 hours behind UTC. Note that due to the time difference, the date may change. When it's 3:30 AM UTC on February 4, 2026, it's 10:30 PM EST on February 3, 2026 in EST. 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 EST for any time in UTC, 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 UTC

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between UTC and EST?

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

Is EST ahead of or behind UTC?

EST is behind UTC by 5 hours. When it's 12 PM in UTC, it's 7:00 AM in EST.

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

You subtract 5 hours from UTC to get EST. For example, 12 PM UTC - 5 hours = 7:00 AM EST.

Does the UTC to EST 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 12 PM UTC in EST?

12 PM UTC is 7:00 AM EST. This conversion accounts for the 5-hour time difference between the two timezones.

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

No, the conversion between UTC and EST 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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