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ICT to EST Converter

EST is 12 hours behind ICT

Current ICT Time
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Asia/Bangkok
Current EST Time
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America/New_York
Time Diff
12h behind
ICT
UTC+7
EST
UTC-5

ICT to EST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Indochina Time to Eastern Standard Time

Indochina Time (ICT) and Eastern Standard Time (EST) are separated by a 12 hours time difference. EST is 12 hours behind ICT. ICT is UTC+7, used in Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, while EST is UTC-5, used in United States, Canada, Jamaica.

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

Scheduling Across ICT and EST

For professionals scheduling meetings between ICT and EST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 12 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

ICT does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+7 year-round. EST observes DST, switching to EDT (UTC-4). 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 ICT and EST?
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is 12 hours behind Indochina Time (ICT). When it is 12:00 PM noon in ICT, it is 12:00 AM in EST.
How do I convert ICT to EST?
To convert ICT to EST, subtract 12 hours from the ICT time. For example, 9:00 AM ICT is 9:00 PM EST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does ICT or EST observe Daylight Saving Time?
ICT does not observe Daylight Saving Time. EST observes DST, switching to EDT (UTC-4). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between ICT and EST?
The best time to schedule a call between ICT and EST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in ICT, 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 EST.
Is ICT ahead or behind EST?
ICT (UTC+7) is 12 hours ahead of EST (UTC-5). ICT corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Bangkok, while EST corresponds to America/New_York.

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