Timezone Converter – Convert Time Between World Timezones Instantly
Convert times between any of the world's timezones with precision. See what time it is anywhere in the world and schedule across time zones confidently. Free, fast, and always accurate.
What Is a Timezone Converter?
A timezone converter translates a specific time in one timezone to the equivalent time in another. With 24+ major time zones (and dozens of variations for daylight saving), converting times manually is error-prone. Our tool handles all the complexity automatically.
Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| All Major Timezones | Support for 200+ timezone options |
| DST Handling | Automatic daylight saving time adjustments |
| Date Support | Convert specific dates, not just current time |
| Multiple Formats | 12-hour and 24-hour time display |
| Current Time | See current time in any zone instantly |
| Quick Compare | View multiple timezones at once |
How to Use This Tool
Step 1: Select Source Timezone
Choose the timezone you're converting FROM. If you're scheduling a meeting, this is typically your current location.
Step 2: Enter Time
Enter the time you want to convert. Include the date if it matters (especially near midnight or during DST changes).
Step 3: Select Target Timezone
Choose the timezone you're converting TO—where your colleague, client, or event is located.
Step 4: View Result
See the converted time instantly. The tool accounts for date changes if the conversion crosses midnight.
Common Use Cases
Remote Work & Meetings
- Schedule calls with international teams
- Coordinate across company offices
- Plan client meetings across continents
- Set deadline times everyone understands
Travel Planning
- Calculate arrival times in local time
- Plan activities at destinations
- Avoid jet lag with sleep scheduling
- Know when to call home
Global Events
- Live stream scheduling
- Product launch coordination
- Webinar time announcements
- Sports event broadcasts
Personal Communication
- Call family abroad at appropriate hours
- Message friends when they're awake
- Game sessions with international players
- Social media posting optimization
Major Timezone Reference
| Abbreviation | Name | UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|
| PST/PDT | Pacific Time | UTC-8 / UTC-7 |
| MST/MDT | Mountain Time | UTC-7 / UTC-6 |
| CST/CDT | Central Time | UTC-6 / UTC-5 |
| EST/EDT | Eastern Time | UTC-5 / UTC-4 |
| UTC/GMT | Coordinated Universal | UTC+0 |
| CET/CEST | Central European | UTC+1 / UTC+2 |
| IST | India Standard | UTC+5:30 |
| CST | China Standard | UTC+8 |
| JST | Japan Standard | UTC+9 |
| AEST/AEDT | Australian Eastern | UTC+10 / UTC+11 |
Understanding Daylight Saving Time
Daylight Saving Time (DST) shifts clocks forward in spring and back in fall in many regions. This creates complexities:
- Not universal — Many countries don't observe DST
- Different dates — Start/end dates vary by country
- Hemisphere flip — Southern hemisphere switches opposite to northern
- Exceptions — Some states/regions opt out (e.g., Arizona)
Our converter automatically handles DST based on the selected date and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this handle daylight saving time?
Yes, automatically. Select the date along with time, and DST adjustments apply correctly for both source and target timezones.
What if my city isn't listed?
Search for the nearest major city in your timezone, or select by UTC offset. Most areas share a timezone with a larger nearby city.
Can I convert multiple timezones at once?
Yes, our tool can display several timezone comparisons simultaneously for easy meeting scheduling.
Why is the date changing?
If your converted time crosses midnight, the date adjusts accordingly. A 10 PM EST meeting is 7 AM the next day in Singapore.
Is UTC the same as GMT?
Practically, yes. UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) is the modern standard; GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) is the legacy term. They're equivalent for most purposes.
What's a "half-hour" timezone?
Some regions like India (UTC+5:30), Nepal (UTC+5:45), and parts of Australia use offsets that aren't whole hours.
Timezone Tips for Global Collaboration
Finding Meeting Times
- List all participants' timezones
- Identify the "golden hours" (normal business hours) overlap
- Rotate unfavorable times fairly
- Consider async alternatives when no overlap exists
Best Practices
- State times clearly — "3 PM EST / 8 PM GMT / 9 PM CET"
- Include dates — Critical for cross-dateline meetings
- Use UTC for documentation — Universal reference point
- Share calendar invites — Automatic timezone conversion
Working Across Datelines
The International Date Line means:
- Flying west to east can "repeat" a day
- Flying east to west can "skip" a day
- Tokyo Monday 9 AM is Los Angeles Sunday 4 PM
Related Tools
Explore more time utilities:
- Time Calculator — Add/subtract time
- Timestamp Converter — Unix timestamps
- Date Calculator — Days between dates
- Hour Calculator — Calculate hours
- Deadline Calculator — Project deadlines
Convert times between timezones above. Essential for international business, remote teams, and global communication.