Eastern Time (ET) to Pacific Time (PT) Converter

Convert any time from Eastern Time Zone to Pacific Time Zone instantly.

About the Eastern Time to Pacific Time Converter

Need to coordinate between New York and Los Angeles? Our ET to PT converter makes time zone conversion effortless. Whether you're scheduling business meetings, planning virtual events, or staying connected with friends and family across coasts, this tool ensures you're always on time, no matter which coast you're on.

Key Features:

🌎 Time Zone Smart

Automatically handles EDT/EST transitions and daylight saving time changes

âš¡ Instant Conversion

Real-time updates as you input your time, no page reloads needed

📱 Cross-Platform

Works perfectly on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices

How to Use the ET to PT Converter?

  1. Select Your Date
    • Choose the date for your conversion
    • Default is set to today's date
  2. Enter Eastern Time
    • Input the time in Eastern Time Zone
    • Use 24-hour format or AM/PM
  3. Choose Time Zone Type
    • Select EDT (Eastern Daylight Time) during daylight saving
    • Select EST (Eastern Standard Time) during standard time
  4. Get Pacific Time
    • Click the Convert button
    • View your converted Pacific Time result

Common Use Cases for ET to PT Conversion

💼 Business Applications

  • Meeting Scheduling: Coordinate team calls between East and West coast offices
  • Project Deadlines: Ensure timely deliveries across different time zones
  • Market Hours: Track stock market openings and closings in different regions

🎮 Entertainment & Events

  • Live Streams: Convert event start times for bi-coastal audiences
  • TV Shows: Track premiere times for both coast broadcasts
  • Gaming Sessions: Coordinate online multiplayer games across time zones

👥 Personal Communications

  • Family Calls: Schedule convenient chat times with cross-country relatives
  • Social Media: Plan posts for optimal engagement in different time zones
  • Travel Planning: Calculate arrival times and schedule adjustments

Time Zone Reference Table

Quick reference for common times between Eastern and Pacific time zones.

Eastern Time (ET) Pacific Time (PT) Common Activities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What's the time difference between ET and PT?

The time difference between Eastern Time and Pacific Time is:

  • 3 hours throughout the year
  • When it's noon ET, it's 9:00 AM PT
  • Both zones observe daylight saving time together

2. How does daylight saving time affect the conversion?

Daylight saving time changes are handled automatically:

  • EDT to PDT during summer months
  • EST to PST during winter months
  • Changes occur simultaneously in both zones

3. Why do I need to specify EDT or EST?

Specifying EDT or EST helps ensure accuracy:

  • EDT is used from second Sunday in March
  • EST is used from first Sunday in November
  • Affects scheduling during transition periods

4. What about dates near daylight saving transitions?

Our converter handles these special cases:

  • Automatically adjusts for spring forward
  • Accounts for fall back hour
  • Highlights any ambiguous times