Cairo to New York
-7hCairo
EESTSOURCENew York
EDTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
EEST and EDT on the World Map
The map below highlights the EEST (Eastern European Time) and EDT (Eastern Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
EET – Eastern European Time
UTC+02:00Eastern European Time (EET) is used in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and northeastern Africa, 2 hours ahead of UTC.
- •EET covers countries across three continents: Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- •Cairo is the most populous city in the EET zone.
- •Turkey used to be on EET but permanently moved to UTC+03:00 in 2016.
- •Finland, the Baltic states, and Greece all use EET.
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 Cairo
WikipediaCairo operates on Eastern European Time (EET), UTC+2. As Africa's largest city and Arab world's cultural capital, Cairo bridges African and Middle Eastern time.
The Pyramids of Giza are the only surviving wonder of the ancient world.
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.
Understanding the -7h Gap: Cairo vs New York
Cairo runs on Eastern European Summer Time (EEST) at UTC+03:00, 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 Cairo 7 hours behind New York — a difference of -7h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Cairo it is 2:00 AM in New York. Midnight in Cairo is 5:00 PM 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.
Cairo to New York time conversion table
| Cairo (EEST) | New York (EDT) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 5:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 11:00 PM | previous day |
| 7:00 AM | 12:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 1:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 2:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 11:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 2:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert Cairo to New York time
- Scheduling a call from Cairo to New York: a 10:00 AM start in Cairo lands at 3:00 AM in New York, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Cairo and New York are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM EEST time (9:00 AM–10:00 AM EDT). That is roughly 1 hours of usable overlap.
- Watching a live event or market open: Cairo viewers need 2:00 AM in New York to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 7:00 AM if the event is anchored to Cairo.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM EEST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -7h gap is not.
- Block 4:00 PM–5:00 PM EEST as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Cairo and need New York colleagues present.
- Cairo: Clocks fall back on Thu, Oct 29, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the -7h 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 EET (Eastern European Time)
Eastern European Time (EET) covers a wide geographical area including Eastern Europe (Finland, Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, Ukraine), the Middle East (Israel, Lebanon, Jordan), and northeastern Africa (Egypt, Libya). During summer, most EET countries switch to Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+03:00). Turkey permanently moved to UTC+03:00 in 2016, effectively leaving EET.
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 Cairo and New York
Both Cairo and New York sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 4:00 PM–5:00 PM EEST, which is 9:00 AM–10:00 AM EDT. That gives roughly 1 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Cairo and New York overlap for only 60 minutes (4:00 PM–5:00 PM EEST), so meetings have to be booked precisely.
Cairo is 7 hours behind New York (EEST UTC+03:00 → EDT UTC-04:00). The shared working window is 4:00 PM–5:00 PM EEST. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
Cairo
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC+02:00 · DST: UTC+03:00
Clocks fall back on Thu, Oct 29, 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 Cairo and New York?
Cairo (EEST, UTC+03:00) is 7 hours behind New York (EDT, UTC-04:00). The gap is currently -7h.
How do I convert Cairo time to New York time?
Add -7h to Cairo local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Cairo is 2:00 AM 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 -7h offset from Cairo.
What is the best time to call New York from Cairo?
Call between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM EEST — that maps to 9:00 AM–10:00 AM EDT and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is behind, Cairo or New York?
Cairo is 7 hours behind New York. When it is 12:00 PM in Cairo it is 5:00 AM in New York.
Do Cairo and New York use different time zones?
Cairo (Egypt) uses EEST at UTC+03:00, while New York (USA) uses EDT at UTC-04:00. The IANA identifiers are Africa/Cairo and America/New_York.
Does daylight saving time affect the Cairo–New York difference?
Both zones observe DST, so the difference stays at -7h for most of the year and only changes during the weeks when their transition dates do not line up.
Which other cities share Cairo's time zone?
EEST also covers Cairo, Athens, Helsinki, Bucharest, Kyiv, Sofia, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and 4 more.
Which countries use EEST, Cairo's zone?
EEST is used in Finland, Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Egypt, Israel, Lebanon and 9 more.
Is there a day difference between Cairo and New York?
Not normally. The -7h gap only pushes the date over the previous day.
What is the time difference between Cairo and New York?
New York is -7h from Cairo.
What timezone is Cairo in?
Cairo operates on Eastern European Time (EET), UTC+2. As Africa's largest city and Arab world's cultural capital, Cairo bridges African and Middle Eastern time.
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 Cairo?
Standard business hours in Cairo are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EET.
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 Cairo and New York?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Cairo works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EET and New York works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST (-7h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Cairo and New York?
Cairo uses EGP (£) while New York uses USD ($). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Cairo and New York compare in size?
Cairo has a population of approximately 10.2 million (metro: 21.3 million), while New York has approximately 8.3 million (metro: 20.1 million).
What are the major landmarks in Cairo and New York?
Cairo is known for Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili. New York is famous for Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square.
Do Cairo and New York have stock exchanges?
Yes. Cairo has the EGX (Egyptian Exchange) and New York has the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange). The -7h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use EET (Eastern European Time)?
EET is used in Finland, Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Egypt, and 11 more countries.
Does EET observe daylight saving time?
Yes, EET switches to EEST during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about EET?
EET covers countries across three continents: Europe, Asia, and Africa. Cairo is the most populous city in the EET zone.
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 Cairo, what time is it in New York?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Cairo (EET), it is -7h later in New York (EST).
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