Los Angeles to New York
+3hLos Angeles
PDTSOURCENew York
EDTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
PDT and EDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the PDT (Pacific Standard Time) and EDT (Eastern Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
PST – Pacific Standard Time
UTC-08:00Pacific Standard Time (PST) is the time zone for the US and Canadian Pacific coast, 8 hours behind UTC.
- •Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time.
- •The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.
- •PST is 3 hours behind EST, creating a significant business hours gap.
- •Vancouver, Canada's third-largest city, uses PST.
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 Los Angeles
WikipediaLos Angeles operates on Pacific Time (PST/PDT), 3 hours behind New York. As the entertainment capital, LA time is important for media and tech industries.
Los Angeles is the entertainment capital of the world, home to Hollywood and major film studios.
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.
Los Angeles vs New York: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times
Los Angeles runs on Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) at UTC-07:00, currently observing daylight saving time. New York runs on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) at UTC-04:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts Los Angeles 3 hours ahead of New York — a difference of +3h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Los Angeles it is 12:00 PM in New York. Midnight in Los Angeles is 3:00 AM in New York. Because both zones shift for daylight saving, the gap between them only changes during the few weeks each year when their transition dates differ.
Los Angeles to New York time conversion table
| Los Angeles (PDT) | New York (EDT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 3:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 9:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 6:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 9:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 12:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert Los Angeles to New York time
- Scheduling a call from Los Angeles to New York: a 10:00 AM start in Los Angeles lands at 1:00 PM in New York, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Los Angeles and New York are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM PDT time (12:00 PM–5:00 PM EDT). That is roughly 5 hours of usable overlap.
- Watching a live event or market open: Los Angeles viewers need 12:00 PM in New York to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 9:00 PM if the event is anchored to Los Angeles.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM PDT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +3h gap is not.
- Block 9:00 AM–2:00 PM PDT as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Los Angeles and need New York colleagues present.
- Los Angeles: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the +3h gap.
- 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 PST (Pacific Standard Time)
Pacific Standard Time (PST) covers the west coast of North America, including tech hubs like San Francisco and Seattle, and entertainment capital Los Angeles. The Pacific Time Zone is home to Silicon Valley and the world's largest technology companies. During summer, clocks advance to Pacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC-07:00). PST is also observed in Baja California, Mexico.
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 Los Angeles and New York
Both Los Angeles and New York sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 9:00 AM–2:00 PM PDT, which is 12:00 PM–5:00 PM EDT. That gives roughly 5 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Los Angeles and New York share 5 hours of working-hours overlap (9:00 AM–2:00 PM PDT), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
Los Angeles is 3 hours ahead of New York (PDT UTC-07:00 → EDT UTC-04:00). The shared working window is 9:00 AM–2:00 PM PDT. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
Los Angeles
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-08:00 · DST: UTC-07:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
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 Los Angeles and New York?
Los Angeles (PDT, UTC-07:00) is 3 hours ahead of New York (EDT, UTC-04:00). The gap is currently +3h.
How do I convert Los Angeles time to New York time?
Add +3h to Los Angeles local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Los Angeles is 12:00 PM in New York.
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 +3h offset from Los Angeles.
What is the best time to call New York from Los Angeles?
Call between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM PDT — that maps to 12:00 PM–5:00 PM EDT and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is ahead, Los Angeles or New York?
Los Angeles is 3 hours ahead of New York. When it is 12:00 PM in Los Angeles it is 3:00 PM in New York.
Do Los Angeles and New York use different time zones?
Los Angeles (USA) uses PDT at UTC-07:00, while New York (USA) uses EDT at UTC-04:00. The IANA identifiers are America/Los_Angeles and America/New_York.
Does daylight saving time affect the Los Angeles–New York difference?
Both zones observe DST, so the difference stays at +3h for most of the year and only changes during the weeks when their transition dates do not line up.
Which other cities share Los Angeles's time zone?
PDT also covers Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, San Diego, Portland, Las Vegas, Sacramento and 2 more.
Which countries use PDT, Los Angeles's zone?
PDT is used in United States (Pacific), Canada (British Columbia), Mexico (Baja California).
Is there a day difference between Los Angeles and New York?
Not normally. The +3h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and New York?
New York is +3h from Los Angeles.
What timezone is Los Angeles in?
Los Angeles operates on Pacific Time (PST/PDT), 3 hours behind New York. As the entertainment capital, LA time is important for media and tech industries.
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 Los Angeles?
Standard business hours in Los Angeles are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST.
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 Los Angeles and New York?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Los Angeles works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST and New York works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST (+3h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
How do Los Angeles and New York compare in size?
Los Angeles has a population of approximately 4 million (metro: 13.2 million), while New York has approximately 8.3 million (metro: 20.1 million).
What are the major landmarks in Los Angeles and New York?
Los Angeles is known for Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica Pier, Griffith Observatory. New York is famous for Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square.
Do Los Angeles and New York have stock exchanges?
Yes. Los Angeles has the N/A (Uses NYSE/NASDAQ) and New York has the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange). The +3h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use PST (Pacific Standard Time)?
PST is used in United States (Pacific), Canada (British Columbia), Mexico (Baja California).
Does PST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, PST switches to PDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about PST?
Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time. The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.
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 Los Angeles, what time is it in New York?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Los Angeles (PST), it is +3h later in New York (EST).
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