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Convert AEST to PST
Australian Eastern Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time — Los Angeles is 17 hours behind Sydney
Quick Facts
Time Difference
-17 hours
AEST Full Name
Australian Eastern Standard Time
PST Full Name
Pacific Standard Time
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About AEST and PST Time Zones
AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time) is UTC+10 and covers cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane. PST (Pacific Standard Time) is UTC-8 and covers cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle.
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Sydney (AEST), it's 7:00 PM in Los Angeles (PST). The time difference between AEST and PST is 17 hours — Los Angeles is behind Sydney.
With a 18-hour gap, scheduling overlap is very limited. Early morning in Sydney (6–8 AM) corresponds to evening or late night in Los Angeles.
Daylight Saving Time
AEST observes Daylight Saving Time and becomes AEDT (Australian Eastern Daylight Time) during summer months, shifting clocks forward by 1 hour to UTC+11.
PST observes Daylight Saving Time and becomes PDT (Pacific Daylight Time) during summer months, shifting clocks forward by 1 hour to UTC-7.
During DST transitions, the time difference between AEST and PST may shift by ±1 hour. Always verify the current offset above for the most accurate conversion.
Use our world clock tool to compare Sydney and Los Angeles with a visual timeline, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between AEST and PST?
Los Angeles (PST) is 17 hours behind Sydney (AEST). The offset is -17 hours.
Is PST ahead or behind AEST?
PST is 17 hours behind AEST. AEST is UTC+10 and PST is UTC-7.
When it's 12:00 PM in Sydney, what time is it in Los Angeles?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Sydney (AEST), it's 7:00 PM in Los Angeles (PST).
When it's 5:00 PM in Sydney, what time is it in Los Angeles?
When it's 5:00 PM in Sydney (AEST), it's 12:00 AM in Los Angeles (PST).
Does AEST change for Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time, UTC+10) becomes AEDT (Australian Eastern Daylight Time, UTC+11) in summer, shifting clocks forward 1 hour.
Does PST change for Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. PST (Pacific Standard Time, UTC-8) becomes PDT (Pacific Daylight Time, UTC-7) in summer, shifting clocks forward 1 hour.