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AEST to CET Converter

CET is 9 hours behind AEST

Current AEST Time
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Australia/Sydney
Current CET Time
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Europe/Berlin
Time Diff
9h behind
AEST
UTC+10
CET
UTC+1

AEST to CET Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Australian Eastern Standard Time to Central European Time

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) and Central European Time (CET) are separated by a 9 hours time difference. CET is 9 hours behind AEST. AEST is UTC+10, used in Australia, while CET is UTC+1, used in Germany, France, Italy.

When converting from AEST to CET, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM AEST equals 12:00 AM CET, 12:00 PM noon AEST equals 3:00 AM CET, and 5:00 PM AEST equals 8:00 AM CET. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across AEST and CET

For professionals scheduling meetings between AEST and CET, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 9 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. CET observes DST, switching to CEST (UTC+2). 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 CET?
Central European Time (CET) is 9 hours behind Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in AEST, it is 3:00 AM in CET.
How do I convert AEST to CET?
To convert AEST to CET, subtract 9 hours from the AEST time. For example, 9:00 AM AEST is 12:00 AM CET. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does AEST or CET observe Daylight Saving Time?
AEST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to AEDT (UTC+11). CET observes DST, switching to CEST (UTC+2). 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 CET?
The best time to schedule a call between AEST and CET 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 CET.
Is AEST ahead or behind CET?
AEST (UTC+10) is 9 hours ahead of CET (UTC+1). AEST corresponds to the IANA time zone Australia/Sydney, while CET corresponds to Europe/Berlin.

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