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AEST to AST Converter

AST is 14 hours behind AEST

Current AEST Time
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Australia/Sydney
Current AST Time
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America/Halifax
Time Diff
14h behind
AEST
UTC+10
AST
UTC-4

AEST to AST Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in AST

AEST to AST time conversion table showing all 24 hours
AEST AST
12:00 AM 10:00 AM -1d
1:00 AM 11:00 AM -1d
2:00 AM 12:00 PM -1d
3:00 AM 1:00 PM -1d
4:00 AM 2:00 PM -1d
5:00 AM 3:00 PM -1d
6:00 AM 4:00 PM -1d
7:00 AM 5:00 PM -1d
8:00 AM 6:00 PM -1d
9:00 AM 7:00 PM -1d
10:00 AM 8:00 PM -1d
11:00 AM 9:00 PM -1d
12:00 PM 10:00 PM -1d
1:00 PM 11:00 PM -1d
2:00 PM 12:00 AM
3:00 PM 1:00 AM
4:00 PM 2:00 AM
5:00 PM 3:00 AM
6:00 PM 4:00 AM
7:00 PM 5:00 AM
8:00 PM 6:00 AM
9:00 PM 7:00 AM
10:00 PM 8:00 AM
11:00 PM 9:00 AM

Converting Australian Eastern Standard Time to Atlantic Standard Time

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) and Atlantic Standard Time (AST) are separated by a 14 hours time difference. AST is 14 hours behind AEST. AEST is UTC+10, used in Australia, while AST is UTC-4, used in Canada, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands.

When converting from AEST to AST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM AEST equals 7:00 PM AST, 12:00 PM noon AEST equals 10:00 PM AST, and 5:00 PM AEST equals 3:00 AM AST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across AEST and AST

For professionals scheduling meetings between AEST and AST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 14 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited, making early morning or late evening calls necessary for one party. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

AEST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to AEDT (UTC+11) during summer months. AST observes DST, switching to ADT (UTC-3). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between AEST and AST?
Atlantic Standard Time (AST) is 14 hours behind Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in AEST, it is 10:00 PM in AST.
How do I convert AEST to AST?
To convert AEST to AST, subtract 14 hours from the AEST time. For example, 9:00 AM AEST is 7:00 PM AST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does AEST or AST observe Daylight Saving Time?
AEST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to AEDT (UTC+11). AST observes DST, switching to ADT (UTC-3). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between AEST and AST?
The best time to schedule a call between AEST and AST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in AEST, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in AST.
Is AEST ahead or behind AST?
AEST (UTC+10) is 14 hours ahead of AST (UTC-4). AEST corresponds to the IANA time zone Australia/Sydney, while AST corresponds to America/Halifax.

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