Time Zone Converter
Convert time across global zones easily. Support for major time zones worldwide with automatic DST handling.
Result
Enter time and convert to see results
Formula & Guide
Time Zone Conversion
T
Time Conversion
Target Time = Source Time + Timezone Offset
Add timezone offset difference to convert time
D
DST Handling
Automatic DST Adjustment
Automatically accounts for daylight saving time transitions
Step-by-Step Scenario
Example Scenario
Source Time
3:00 PM EST
Target Timezone
PST
1
Identify Timezone Offset
- EST is UTC-5, PST is UTC-8. Difference: 3 hours
2
Apply Conversion
- 3:00 PM EST - 3 hours
Additional Examples
UTC to EST
UTC: 12:00 PM
EST: UTC-5
Result
7:00 AM EST
Tokyo to New York
Tokyo: 9:00 AM (UTC+9)
New York: UTC-5
Result
7:00 PM EST
Characteristics of Time Zone Conversion
Automatic DST
Automatically handles daylight saving time transitions. EST/EDT and PST/PDT switch automatically based on date.
Global Coverage
Supports major time zones worldwide including US, European, Asian, and Australian time zones.
Accurate Conversion
Uses IANA timezone database for precise conversions. Accounts for historical timezone changes and DST rules.
International Use
Perfect for international meetings, travel planning, and coordinating across time zones.
Important Notes
- The calculator automatically accounts for daylight saving time (DST). EST/EDT and PST/PDT switch automatically based on the date.
- Timezone conversions can result in different dates. For example, 9:00 AM in Tokyo may be 7:00 PM the previous day in New York.
- The calculator uses IANA timezone database which includes historical timezone changes and current DST rules.
- For international meetings, always verify the time in both timezones. The calculator helps prevent scheduling errors.
- Some timezones have half-hour or quarter-hour offsets (e.g., India Standard Time is UTC+5:30). The calculator handles these correctly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about time zone conversion.