Perth to New York
-12hPerth
AWSTSOURCENew York
EDTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
AWST and EDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the AWST (Australian Western Standard Time) and EDT (Eastern Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
AWST – Australian Western Standard Time
UTC+08:00Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is the time zone for Western Australia, 8 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Western Australia does not observe daylight saving time.
- •Perth is the most isolated major city in the world.
- •AWST is the same offset as China Standard Time and Singapore Time.
EST – Eastern Standard Time
UTC-05:00Eastern Standard Time (EST) is the time zone for the eastern United States and Canada, 5 hours behind UTC.
- •EST is the most widely used time zone in the United States by population.
- •The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ operate on Eastern Time, opening at 9:30 AM EST.
- •23 US states are fully or partially in the Eastern Time Zone.
- •EST was established by the Standard Time Act of 1918.
- •Over 47% of the US population lives in the Eastern Time Zone.
About Perth
WikipediaPerth operates on Australian Western Time (AWST), UTC+8 with no daylight saving. As Australia's mining capital, Perth coordinates with Asian markets.
Western Australia does not observe daylight saving time.
About New York
WikipediaNew York City, the financial capital of the world, operates on Eastern Time (EST/EDT). Home to Wall Street and the NYSE, NYC is crucial for global business coordination.
New York City has more than 800 languages spoken, making it the most linguistically diverse city in the world.
Everything You Need to Know About Perth and New York Time
Perth runs on Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) at UTC+08:00. New York runs on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) at UTC-04:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts Perth 12 hours behind New York — a difference of -12h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Perth it is 9:00 PM in New York on the previous day. Midnight in Perth is 12:00 PM in New York.New York observes daylight saving time while Perth does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Perth to New York time conversion table
| Perth (AWST) | New York (EDT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 12:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 6:00 PM | previous day |
| 7:00 AM | 7:00 PM | previous day |
| 8:00 AM | 8:00 PM | previous day |
| 9:00 AM | 9:00 PM | previous day |
| 12:00 PM | 12:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 3:00 AM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 6:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 9:00 AM | same day |
Why people convert Perth to New York time
- Scheduling a call from Perth to New York: a 10:00 AM start in Perth lands at 10:00 PM in New York the previous day, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a -12h gap: Perth and New York have no overlap inside a normal 9-to-5 day, so real-time meetings need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side. 9:00 AM in New York is 9:00 PM in Perth.
- Coordinating a Perth-based team with New York contacts: quoting times in the other side's local clock — not your own — removes the single biggest source of missed meetings.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM AWST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -12h gap is not.
- With a -12h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Perth takes the early slot, the next week New York does.
- New York: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
About AWST (Australian Western Standard Time)
Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is used in Western Australia. WA does not observe daylight saving time, having rejected it in multiple referendums. Perth is the most remote major city in the world.
About EST (Eastern Standard Time)
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is observed during the winter months in the eastern part of North America. It covers 23 US states and parts of Canada including Ontario and Quebec. EST is the most populous time zone in the United States, home to major financial centers like New York City and global organizations headquartered in Washington D.C. During daylight saving time (March–November), clocks shift to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-04:00). The time zone also covers parts of the Caribbean and Central America including Panama, Jamaica, and the Cayman Islands.
Best time to call between Perth and New York
With a -12h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. New York opens at 9:00 AM EDT, which is 9:00 PM in Perth, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Perth and New York have no shared working hours because of the -12h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Perth is 12 hours behind New York (AWST UTC+08:00 → EDT UTC-04:00). There is no shared 9-to-5 window, so plan around an early or late slot. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
Perth
Does not observe DST
New York
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-05:00 · DST: UTC-04:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Learn More About Time
Dive deeper into the fascinating world of timekeeping, time zones, and how they shape our global society:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Perth and New York?
Perth (AWST, UTC+08:00) is 12 hours behind New York (EDT, UTC-04:00). The gap is currently -12h.
How do I convert Perth time to New York time?
Add -12h to Perth local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Perth is 9:00 PM in New York (previous day).
What time is it in New York right now?
New York uses EDT at UTC-04:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the -12h offset from Perth.
What is the best time to call New York from Perth?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the -12h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Perth, which is 1:00 AM in New York.
Which is behind, Perth or New York?
Perth is 12 hours behind New York. When it is 12:00 PM in Perth it is 12:00 AM in New York.
Do Perth and New York use different time zones?
Perth (Australia) uses AWST at UTC+08:00, while New York (USA) uses EDT at UTC-04:00. The IANA identifiers are Australia/Perth and America/New_York.
Does daylight saving time affect the Perth–New York difference?
Yes at the moment: New York is on daylight saving time and Perth is not, so the -12h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Perth's time zone?
AWST also covers Perth, Mandurah, Bunbury, Geraldton.
Which countries use AWST, Perth's zone?
AWST is used in Australia (Western Australia).
Is there a day difference between Perth and New York?
Sometimes. The -12h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in Perth already falls on the in New York.
What is the time difference between Perth and New York?
New York is -12h from Perth.
What timezone is Perth in?
Perth operates on Australian Western Time (AWST), UTC+8 with no daylight saving. As Australia's mining capital, Perth coordinates with Asian markets.
What timezone is New York in?
New York City, the financial capital of the world, operates on Eastern Time (EST/EDT). Home to Wall Street and the NYSE, NYC is crucial for global business coordination.
What are the business hours in Perth?
Standard business hours in Perth are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AWST.
What are the business hours in New York?
Standard business hours in New York are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Perth and New York?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Perth works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AWST and New York works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST (-12h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Perth and New York?
Perth uses AUD (A$) while New York uses USD ($). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Perth and New York compare in size?
Perth has a population of approximately 2.1 million (metro: 2.2 million), while New York has approximately 8.3 million (metro: 20.1 million).
What are the major landmarks in Perth and New York?
Perth is known for Kings Park, Perth Mint, Elizabeth Quay. New York is famous for Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square.
Do Perth and New York have stock exchanges?
Yes. Perth has the ASX (via Sydney) and New York has the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange). The -12h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use AWST (Australian Western Standard Time)?
AWST is used in Australia (Western Australia).
Does AWST observe daylight saving time?
No, AWST does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+08:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about AWST?
Western Australia does not observe daylight saving time. Perth is the most isolated major city in the world.
Which cities are in the EST timezone?
Major cities in the EST timezone include New York City, Washington D.C., Miami, Toronto, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, Montreal.
What is the UTC offset for EST?
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is at UTC-05:00. During daylight saving time, it shifts to EDT.
What should I know about the EST timezone?
EST is the most widely used time zone in the United States by population. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ operate on Eastern Time, opening at 9:30 AM EST.
When is it midnight in Perth, what time is it in New York?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Perth (AWST), it is -12h later in New York (EST).
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