PDT to EET Converter
Convert time between Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) and Eastern European Time (EET)
Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)
Eastern European Time (EET)
Time Difference
Eastern European Time (EET) is 0 hours ahead of Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)
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Quick Reference
| PDT | EET |
|---|---|
| 18:00 | 04:00 |
| 20:00 | 06:00 |
| 22:00 | 08:00 |
| 00:00 | 10:00 |
| 02:00 | 12:00 |
| 04:00 | 14:00 |
| 06:00 | 16:00 |
| 08:00 | 18:00 |
| 10:00 | 20:00 |
| 12:00 | 22:00 |
| 14:00 | 00:00 |
| 16:00 | 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 PDT to EET Time Conversion
Converting time between Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) and Eastern European Time (EET) is essential for transatlantic business coordination between the US West Coast and Eastern Europe. PDT is UTC-7 (used March to November during daylight saving time), while EET is UTC+2 (used October to March). EET is 9 hours ahead of PDT. From March to October, the Pacific region observes PDT (UTC-7) and Eastern Europe observes EEST (UTC+3), maintaining a 10-hour difference.
This conversion is crucial for international businesses, startups coordinating between Silicon Valley and Eastern European operations, tech companies with distributed teams, and personal communication with family and friends. Our converter automatically handles seasonal daylight saving time transitions and accounts for the different transition dates between North America and Eastern Europe.
Common Use Cases for PDT to EET Conversion
Business & Work
- Scheduling meetings between Silicon Valley and Eastern European tech hubs
- Coordinating international business operations across time zones
- Planning conference calls between US West Coast and Eastern Europe offices
- Managing distributed development and support teams
Personal & Travel
- Planning travel from Pacific region to Eastern Europe
- Coordinating with family and friends across the Atlantic and beyond
- Scheduling international virtual events and webinars
- Attending Eastern European conferences and online courses
Time Zone Information
Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)
- UTC Offset: UTC-7 (UTC-8 during PST)
- IANA Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Daylight Saving: Second Sunday in March to First Sunday in November
- Major Cities: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, San Diego, Portland
- Coverage: Pacific United States and Canada
Eastern European Time (EET)
- UTC Offset: UTC+2 (UTC+3 during EEST)
- IANA Timezone: Europe/Athens
- Daylight Saving: Last Sunday in March to Last Sunday in October
- Major Cities: Athens, Sofia, Bucharest, Kiev, Helsinki, Istanbul, Moscow
- Coverage: Eastern Europe, Turkey, and parts of Western Asia
Quick Reference: PDT to EET
Remember: EET is 9 hours ahead of PDT during standard time (October-March) and 10 hours ahead during daylight saving time (March-October). The difference varies briefly during daylight saving transitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between PDT and EET?
PDT (Pacific Daylight Time) is UTC-7 and EET (Eastern European Time) is UTC+2, making EET 9 hours ahead of PDT. However, the actual time difference varies depending on daylight saving time transitions. PDT is active from March to November, while EET is active from October to March. When both regions observe daylight saving time (PDT and EEST), the difference is 10 hours.
When do PDT and EET transition to other time zones?
PDT (Pacific Daylight Time) is active from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November. Outside these dates, PST (Pacific Standard Time at UTC-8) is observed. EET (Eastern European Time) is active from the last Sunday in October to the last Sunday in March. Outside these dates, EEST (Eastern European Summer Time at UTC+3) is observed. This creates different time differences throughout the year: 9 hours when PDT is active and EET is standard, 10 hours when both are observing daylight saving time.
Which regions use PDT and EET?
PDT is used in the Pacific Time Zone, covering the US West Coast including California, Washington, Oregon, and parts of Nevada and Idaho. EET is used in Eastern Europe, including countries like Bulgaria, Romania, Greece, Turkey, Finland, Ukraine, and Russia (Western parts). PDT represents the US West Coast while EET represents Eastern Europe and parts of the Middle East.
Why is PDT to EET conversion important?
This conversion is essential for international business coordination between the US West Coast and Eastern Europe. Tech companies with offices in Silicon Valley and Eastern European cities, multinational corporations, remote teams spanning both regions, and international trade all require accurate PDT to EET conversion. It's critical for transatlantic and trans-continental business operations.
How do I calculate PDT to EET conversion manually?
When PDT is active and EET is standard, add 9 hours to PDT time to get EET time. Example: 2:00 PM PDT + 9 hours = 11:00 PM EET (same day). When both are observing daylight saving time (PDT and EEST), add 10 hours. Example: 2:00 PM PDT + 10 hours = 12:00 AM EET (next day). Always check which time zones are currently active when performing manual conversions.
What are the major cities in PDT and EET zones?
PDT covers major West Coast US cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, San Diego, Portland, and Sacramento. EET covers major Eastern European cities including Athens, Sofia, Bucharest, Kiev, Helsinki, Istanbul, and Moscow. These cities represent major economic and cultural centers bridging North America and Eastern Europe.
Pro Tips
- • Remember that EET is 9 or 10 hours ahead of PDT depending on whether both regions are observing daylight saving time simultaneously.
- • The best meeting times for US-Eastern Europe calls are early morning on the West Coast (5-7 AM PDT) and late afternoon/evening in Eastern Europe (2-4 PM EET/EEST).
- • Use calendar apps that automatically handle time zone conversions to avoid confusion during daylight saving time transitions, which occur on different dates in the US and Eastern Europe.
- • Eastern Europe typically observes daylight saving time on different dates than the US, creating brief periods where the time difference is not 9 or 10 hours.
- • When scheduling important transatlantic calls with Eastern European teams, confirm the current time difference as transition dates vary between regions.
- • Most major international business hubs have automated systems for handling PDT-EET conversions, but understanding the 9-10 hour difference helps avoid scheduling errors!
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