CST to EST Converter
Convert Central Standard Time (CST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST) instantly
Perfect for coordinating between Midwest and East Coast
Time Difference
EST is 1 hour ahead of CST
When it's 10:00 AM in Chicago (CST), it's 11:00 AM in New York (EST)
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About CST to EST Conversion
What is CST?
CST (Central Standard Time) is the timezone used in the central United States and parts of Canada. It's UTC-6 during standard time and UTC-5 during daylight saving time (CDT).
Major cities: Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Austin, Minneapolis
What is EST?
EST (Eastern Standard Time) is the timezone used on the east coast of the United States. It's UTC-5 during standard time and UTC-4 during daylight saving time (EDT).
Major cities: New York, Washington D.C., Boston, Atlanta, Miami
Best Times for Meetings
The 1-hour time difference makes scheduling meetings very convenient. Here are the optimal meeting windows:
- 9 AM - 5 PM CST
Corresponds to 10 AM - 6 PM EST - Full business hour overlap
- 11 AM - 3 PM CST
Corresponds to 12 PM - 4 PM EST - Optimal for all-hands meetings
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