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