EDT to EET Converter
Convert time between Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) and Eastern European Time (EET)
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
Eastern European Time (EET)
Time Difference
Eastern European Time (EET) is 0 hours ahead of Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
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Quick Reference
| EDT | EET |
|---|---|
| 21:00 | 04:00 |
| 23:00 | 06:00 |
| 01:00 | 08:00 |
| 03:00 | 10:00 |
| 05:00 | 12:00 |
| 07:00 | 14:00 |
| 09:00 | 16:00 |
| 11:00 | 18:00 |
| 13:00 | 20:00 |
| 15:00 | 22:00 |
| 17:00 | 00:00 |
| 19:00 | 02:00 |
Top 10 Most Common Time Zones
| Abbreviation | Full Name | UTC Offset | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTC | Coordinated Universal Time | UTC ±0 | Global reference standard (servers, logs, APIs) |
| EST / EDT | Eastern (US) Time | UTC −5 / −4 | New York, Toronto — North American business hub |
| CST / CDT | Central (US) Time | UTC −6 / −5 | Chicago, Dallas — US central business region |
| PST / PDT | Pacific (US) Time | UTC −8 / −7 | San Francisco, Los Angeles — tech industry standard |
| GMT / BST | Greenwich Mean / British Summer Time | UTC 0 / +1 | UK, used globally as a reference with UTC |
| CET / CEST | Central European (Summer) Time | UTC +1 / +2 | Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam — EU business core |
| IST | India Standard Time | UTC +5:30 | India — major IT & outsourcing region |
| CST | China Standard Time | UTC +8 | Beijing, Shanghai — East Asia business hub |
| JST | Japan Standard Time | UTC +9 | Tokyo — finance & tech hub |
| AEST / AEDT | Australian Eastern (Daylight) Time | UTC +10 / +11 | Sydney, Melbourne — APAC regional business |
Why Time Zone Abbreviations Are Ambiguous
Unlike standardized identifiers (like America/New_York or Europe/London from the IANA tz database), abbreviations such as "CST" or "IST" are not globally unique. They can refer to different time zones depending on context — country, region, or even time of year (due to daylight saving time).
Common Ambiguous Time Zone Abbreviations
| Abbrev. | Common Meaning(s) | UTC Offset | Region(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CST | Central Standard Time / China Standard Time / Cuba Standard Time | UTC−6 / UTC+8 / UTC−5 | North America, China, Cuba |
| IST | Indian Standard Time / Irish Standard Time / Israel Standard Time | UTC+5:30 / UTC+1 / UTC+2 | India, Ireland, Israel |
| AST | Atlantic Standard Time / Arabia Standard Time | UTC−4 / UTC+3 | Caribbean, Canada, Middle East |
| PST | Pacific Standard Time / Philippine Standard Time | UTC−8 / UTC+8 | North America, Philippines |
| EST | Eastern Standard Time (North America / Australia) | UTC−5 / UTC+10 | North America, Australia |
✅ Best Practice
To avoid ambiguity, always:
- Use IANA tz identifiers — e.g.,
America/New_Yorkinstead of "EST" - Specify UTC offset explicitly — e.g.,
UTC−5when abbreviations must be used - Include the full timezone name — e.g., "Eastern Standard Time (EST)" with UTC offset
Related Time Zone Conversions
About EDT to EET Time Conversion
Converting time between Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) and Eastern European Time (EET) is essential for coordinating between the US East Coast and Eastern Europe. EDT is UTC-4 (observed during daylight saving time, March to November), while EET is UTC+2 (standard time, November to March). EET is 6 hours ahead of EDT during this period.
This conversion is crucial for US companies coordinating with Eastern European offices in Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, and Turkey. Software development teams, outsourcing firms, and enterprises bridging US East Coast and Eastern Europe operations rely on accurate time conversions. The offset is consistent during EDT (6 hours) but changes when EDT ends and EST begins, becoming 7 hours. When Eastern Europe transitions to EEST (UTC+3) in late March, the difference temporarily changes to 5 hours.
Common Use Cases for EDT to EET Conversion
Business & Work
- Scheduling calls between US East Coast offices and Eastern European branches
- Coordinating software development teams across US and Eastern Europe
- Managing business process outsourcing operations with Eastern European clients
- Planning conference calls for companies with presence in both regions
Personal & Travel
- Coordinating with family and friends in the Eastern European region
- Planning travel between US East Coast and Eastern Europe destinations
- Scheduling virtual meetings with Eastern European relatives or business partners
- Arranging online collaboration with Eastern European-based colleagues
Time Zone Information
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
- UTC Offset: UTC-4
- IANA Timezone: America/New_York
- Daylight Saving: Daylight saving time (second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November)
- Major Cities: New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Miami, Washington DC
- Coverage: Eastern United States and Eastern Canada (summer months)
Eastern European Time (EET)
- UTC Offset: UTC+2
- IANA Timezone: Europe/Athens
- Daylight Saving: Standard time (first Sunday in November to last Sunday in March)
- Major Cities: Athens, Cairo, Kiev, Bucharest, Sofia, Istanbul
- Coverage: Eastern Europe, Egypt, and Eastern Mediterranean region (winter months)
Quick Reference: EDT to EET
Remember: EET is always 6 hours ahead of EDT. When EDT ends and EST begins (first Sunday in November), the difference becomes 7 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between EDT and EET?
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) is UTC-4, while Eastern European Time (EET) is UTC+2. This means EET is 6 hours ahead of EDT. When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in New York (EDT), it's 6:00 PM the same day in Greece or Romania (EET).
How does the EDT to EET offset differ from other European timezones?
EET is 1 hour ahead of CET (Central European Time) and 2 hours ahead of WET (Western European Time). Since EDT aligns with UTC-4, the offset is consistent at 6 hours for EET, 5 hours for CET, and 4 hours for WET. EET covers Eastern Europe including countries like Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, and Turkey.
Does the time difference change throughout the year?
Yes. EDT is observed from March to November in the US. When EDT ends and EST (Eastern Standard Time) begins, the difference changes from 6 hours to 7 hours. During winter months (November-March), EST is 7 hours behind EET. Both regions observe daylight saving transitions on different dates.
When do the daylight saving transitions occur for EDT and EET?
EDT begins on the second Sunday in March (when EST ends) and ends on the first Sunday in November. EET transitions occur on the last Sunday in March (to EEST - Eastern European Summer Time, UTC+3) and the last Sunday in October (back to EET). This creates temporary 5-hour and 7-hour differences during transition periods.
What are the best times to schedule calls between US East Coast and Eastern Europe?
Business hour overlap is limited due to the 6-hour difference. Early morning US East Coast (7-9 AM EDT) corresponds to afternoon Eastern Europe (1-3 PM EET). Late afternoon in Eastern Europe (4-6 PM EET) aligns with early morning US East Coast (10 AM-12 PM EDT). These windows provide the best overlap for transatlantic business coordination.
Why coordinate with Eastern European timezone instead of Western Europe?
Eastern Europe offers strategic business advantages: emerging tech markets in Romania and Bulgaria, significant financial centers (Bucharest, Sofia), growing startup ecosystems, and competitive talent pools. The 6-hour EDT-EET offset actually provides slightly better business hour overlap compared to Western European timezones, making it favorable for US East Coast companies.
Pro Tips
- • EET is 6 hours ahead of EDT - a 2 PM EDT call is 8 PM EET. Plan accordingly to avoid evening/night calls for the Eastern European side.
- • Remember daylight saving transitions happen on different dates. Mark your calendar for second Sunday in March and first Sunday in November (EDT) and last Sundays in March/October (EET).
- • Schedule US East Coast morning meetings (8-10 AM EDT) for EET afternoon slots (2-4 PM EET) for optimal participation from both regions.
- • The 6-hour offset can be managed with split scheduling: US team in their morning, Eastern Europe team in their afternoon for better productivity.
- • Use the 10-11 AM EDT window (4-5 PM EET) for urgent discussions when both teams are alert and can respond quickly.
- • Document all meeting times in both EDT and EET to prevent confusion, especially around daylight saving transitions when the offset changes.
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