New York to Cairo
+7hNew York
EDTSOURCECairo
EESTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
EDT and EEST on the World Map
The map below highlights the EDT (Eastern Standard Time) and EEST (Eastern European Time) timezone regions across the globe.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Time Conversion Guide: New York to Cairo
New York runs on Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) at UTC-04:00, currently observing daylight saving time. Cairo runs on Eastern European Summer Time (EEST) at UTC+03:00, also currently on daylight saving time. That puts New York 7 hours ahead of Cairo — a difference of +7h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in New York it is 4:00 PM in Cairo. Midnight in New York is 7:00 AM in Cairo. Because both zones shift for daylight saving, the gap between them only changes during the few weeks each year when their transition dates differ.
New York to Cairo time conversion table
| New York (EDT) | Cairo (EEST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 7:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 1:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 7:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 10:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 12:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 4:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert New York to Cairo time
- Scheduling a call from New York to Cairo: a 10:00 AM start in New York lands at 5:00 PM in Cairo, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both New York and Cairo are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM EDT time (4:00 PM–5:00 PM EEST). That is roughly 1 hours of usable overlap.
- Booking travel or deliveries: tracking Cairo local time against New York keeps pickup windows and arrival estimates honest across the +7h offset.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM EDT" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +7h gap is not.
- Block 9:00 AM–10:00 AM EDT as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from New York and need Cairo colleagues present.
- New York: Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. Re-check this page after that date because the offset changes and so does the +7h gap.
- Cairo: Clocks fall back on Thu, Oct 29, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.
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.
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.
Best time to call between New York and Cairo
Both New York and Cairo sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 9:00 AM–10:00 AM EDT, which is 4:00 PM–5:00 PM EEST. That gives roughly 1 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
New York and Cairo overlap for only 60 minutes (9:00 AM–10:00 AM EDT), so meetings have to be booked precisely.
New York is 7 hours ahead of Cairo (EDT UTC-04:00 → EEST UTC+03:00). The shared working window is 9:00 AM–10:00 AM EDT. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
New York
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-05:00 · DST: UTC-04:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Cairo
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC+02:00 · DST: UTC+03:00
Clocks fall back on Thu, Oct 29, 2026
Learn More About Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between New York and Cairo?
New York (EDT, UTC-04:00) is 7 hours ahead of Cairo (EEST, UTC+03:00). The gap is currently +7h.
How do I convert New York time to Cairo time?
Add +7h to New York local time. For example, 9:00 AM in New York is 4:00 PM in Cairo.
What time is it in Cairo right now?
Cairo uses EEST at UTC+03:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +7h offset from New York.
What is the best time to call Cairo from New York?
Call between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM EDT — that maps to 4:00 PM–5:00 PM EEST and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is ahead, New York or Cairo?
New York is 7 hours ahead of Cairo. When it is 12:00 PM in New York it is 7:00 PM in Cairo.
Do New York and Cairo use different time zones?
New York (USA) uses EDT at UTC-04:00, while Cairo (Egypt) uses EEST at UTC+03:00. The IANA identifiers are America/New_York and Africa/Cairo.
Does daylight saving time affect the New York–Cairo 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 New York's time zone?
EDT also covers New York City, Washington D.C., Miami, Toronto, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, Montreal and 8 more.
Which countries use EDT, New York's zone?
EDT is used in United States (Eastern), Canada (Ontario, Quebec), Mexico (Quintana Roo), Panama, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Haiti, Bahamas and 4 more.
Is there a day difference between New York and Cairo?
Not normally. The +7h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between New York and Cairo?
Cairo is +7h from New York.
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 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 are the business hours in New York?
Standard business hours in New York are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST.
What are the business hours in Cairo?
Standard business hours in Cairo are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EET.
What is the best time to schedule a call between New York and Cairo?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. New York works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST and Cairo works 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EET (+7h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in New York and Cairo?
New York uses USD ($) while Cairo uses EGP (£). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do New York and Cairo compare in size?
New York has a population of approximately 8.3 million (metro: 20.1 million), while Cairo has approximately 10.2 million (metro: 21.3 million).
What are the major landmarks in New York and Cairo?
New York is known for Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square. Cairo is famous for Pyramids of Giza, Egyptian Museum, Khan el-Khalili.
Do New York and Cairo have stock exchanges?
Yes. New York has the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange) and Cairo has the EGX (Egyptian Exchange). The +7h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use EST (Eastern Standard Time)?
EST is used in United States (Eastern), Canada (Ontario, Quebec), Mexico (Quintana Roo), Panama, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, and 6 more countries.
Does EST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, EST switches to EDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about EST?
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.
Which cities are in the EET timezone?
Major cities in the EET timezone include Cairo, Athens, Helsinki, Bucharest, Kyiv, Sofia, Jerusalem, Tel Aviv.
What is the UTC offset for EET?
Eastern European Time (EET) is at UTC+02:00. During daylight saving time, it shifts to EEST.
What should I know about the EET timezone?
EET covers countries across three continents: Europe, Asia, and Africa. Cairo is the most populous city in the EET zone.
When is it midnight in New York, what time is it in Cairo?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in New York (EST), it is +7h later in Cairo (EET).
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