GST to EST Time Converter
Convert Gulf Standard Time to Eastern Time instantly.
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Gulf Standard Time
GST
9:51
Eastern Time
EST
1:51
GST is on standard time (+04), while EST is on daylight savings (EDT) right now.
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How the GST to EST time difference works
EST is 8 hours behind GST. Gulf Standard Time (GST) is the time zone of the United Arab Emirates and Oman. Eastern Time (EST) is the time zone of the US East Coast. For example, 9:00 AM GST is 1:00 AM EST. Scroll the timeline above to convert any moment, or use the chart below for a quick reference.
Time difference
8 hours
Daylight saving
EST only
GST offset
UTC+4
EST offset
UTC-5
GST to EST conversion chart
| Gulf Standard Time (GST) | Eastern Time (EST) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 4:00 PM -1 day |
| 1:00 AM | 5:00 PM -1 day |
| 2:00 AM | 6:00 PM -1 day |
| 3:00 AM | 7:00 PM -1 day |
| 4:00 AM | 8:00 PM -1 day |
| 5:00 AM | 9:00 PM -1 day |
| 6:00 AM | 10:00 PM -1 day |
| 7:00 AM | 11:00 PM -1 day |
| 8:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 4:00 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 5:00 AM |
| 2:00 PM | 6:00 AM |
| 3:00 PM | 7:00 AM |
| 4:00 PM | 8:00 AM |
| 5:00 PM | 9:00 AM |
| 6:00 PM | 10:00 AM |
| 7:00 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 8:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
Cities in each time zone
Gulf Standard Time (GST)
DubaiAbu DhabiSharjahMuscatAl Ain
Eastern Time (EST)
New YorkWashington D.C.AtlantaMiamiBostonPhiladelphia
GST to EST questions
Is EST ahead of or behind GST?
EST is 8 hours behind GST. So 9:00 AM GST is 1:00 AM EST, and 5:00 PM GST is 9:00 AM EST.
What time is EST when it is 12:00 PM GST?
When it is 12:00 PM (noon) GST in Gulf Standard Time, it is 4:00 AM EST in Eastern Time.
How many hours difference is there between GST and EST?
There is a 8 hours difference. Eastern Time (EST) runs 8 hours behind Gulf Standard Time (GST).
Do GST and EST observe daylight saving time?
Eastern Time observes daylight saving time but Gulf Standard Time does not, so the difference between them changes by an hour twice a year.
What is the best time to schedule a meeting between GST and EST?
A standard 9-to-5 workday in Gulf Standard Time and Eastern Time does not overlap, so pick the early morning in the later zone or the late evening in the earlier zone.
Which cities use GST and EST?
Gulf Standard Time (GST) covers cities such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Muscat, Al Ain. Eastern Time (EST) covers cities such as New York, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Miami, Boston, Philadelphia.