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AEST to CST Converter

CST is 16 hours behind AEST

Current AEST Time
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Australia/Sydney
Current CST Time
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America/Chicago
Time Diff
16h behind
AEST
UTC+10
CST
UTC-6

AEST to CST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Australian Eastern Standard Time to Central Standard Time

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) and Central Standard Time (CST) are separated by a 16 hours time difference. CST is 16 hours behind AEST. AEST is UTC+10, used in Australia, while CST is UTC-6, used in United States, Canada, Mexico.

When converting from AEST to CST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM AEST equals 5:00 PM CST, 12:00 PM noon AEST equals 8:00 PM CST, and 5:00 PM AEST equals 1:00 AM CST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across AEST and CST

For professionals scheduling meetings between AEST and CST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 16 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. CST observes DST, switching to CDT (UTC-5). 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 CST?
Central Standard Time (CST) is 16 hours behind Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in AEST, it is 8:00 PM in CST.
How do I convert AEST to CST?
To convert AEST to CST, subtract 16 hours from the AEST time. For example, 9:00 AM AEST is 5:00 PM CST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does AEST or CST observe Daylight Saving Time?
AEST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to AEDT (UTC+11). CST observes DST, switching to CDT (UTC-5). 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 CST?
The best time to schedule a call between AEST and CST 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 CST.
Is AEST ahead or behind CST?
AEST (UTC+10) is 16 hours ahead of CST (UTC-6). AEST corresponds to the IANA time zone Australia/Sydney, while CST corresponds to America/Chicago.

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