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Convert EST to PST
Eastern Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time — Los Angeles is 3 hours behind New York
Quick Facts
Time Difference
-3 hours
EST Full Name
Eastern Standard Time
PST Full Name
Pacific Standard Time
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About EST and PST Time Zones
EST (Eastern Standard Time) is UTC-5 and covers cities like New York, Washington D.C., Miami. PST (Pacific Standard Time) is UTC-8 and covers cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle.
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in New York (EST), it's 9:00 AM in Los Angeles (PST). The time difference between EST and PST is 3 hours — Los Angeles is behind New York.
With only a 3-hour difference, New York and Los Angeles share nearly a full business day overlap, making scheduling straightforward.
Daylight Saving Time
EST observes Daylight Saving Time and becomes EDT (Eastern Daylight Time) during summer months, shifting clocks forward by 1 hour to UTC-4.
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 EST 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 New York and Los Angeles with a visual timeline, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between EST and PST?
Los Angeles (PST) is 3 hours behind New York (EST). The offset is -3 hours.
Is PST ahead or behind EST?
PST is 3 hours behind EST. EST is UTC-4 and PST is UTC-7.
When it's 12:00 PM in New York, what time is it in Los Angeles?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in New York (EST), it's 9:00 AM in Los Angeles (PST).
When it's 5:00 PM in New York, what time is it in Los Angeles?
When it's 5:00 PM in New York (EST), it's 2:00 PM in Los Angeles (PST).
Does EST change for Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. EST (Eastern Standard Time, UTC-5) becomes EDT (Eastern Daylight Time, UTC-4) 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.