AEST to CST time difference
CST is 15 hours behind AEST right now. The difference changes between 17 hours and 15 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.
Quick examples: 9:00 AM AEST = 6:00 PM CST · 12:00 PM AEST = 9:00 PM CST · 5:00 PM AEST = 2:00 AM CST
AEST to CST conversion table
| Australian Eastern Time (AEST) | Central Time (CST) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM AEST | 9:00 AM CST (previous day) |
| 1:00 AM AEST | 10:00 AM CST (previous day) |
| 2:00 AM AEST | 11:00 AM CST (previous day) |
| 3:00 AM AEST | 12:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 4:00 AM AEST | 1:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 5:00 AM AEST | 2:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 6:00 AM AEST | 3:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 7:00 AM AEST | 4:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 8:00 AM AEST | 5:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 9:00 AM AEST | 6:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 10:00 AM AEST | 7:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 11:00 AM AEST | 8:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 12:00 PM AEST | 9:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 1:00 PM AEST | 10:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 2:00 PM AEST | 11:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 3:00 PM AEST | 12:00 AM CST |
| 4:00 PM AEST | 1:00 AM CST |
| 5:00 PM AEST | 2:00 AM CST |
| 6:00 PM AEST | 3:00 AM CST |
| 7:00 PM AEST | 4:00 AM CST |
| 8:00 PM AEST | 5:00 AM CST |
| 9:00 PM AEST | 6:00 AM CST |
| 10:00 PM AEST | 7:00 AM CST |
| 11:00 PM AEST | 8:00 AM CST |
How to convert AEST to CST
- Pick a date and time in Australian Eastern Time.
- The matching Central Time time appears instantly on the right.
- Use the ⇄ button to convert CST to AEST instead.
About Australian Eastern Time and Central Time
Australian Eastern Time (AEST) is used in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra. Central Time (CST) is used in Chicago, Dallas, Houston and Mexico City.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between AEST and CST?
CST is 15 hours behind AEST right now. The difference changes between 17 hours and 15 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.
How do I convert AEST to CST?
Subtract 15 hours to the AEST time. For example, 12:00 PM AEST is 9:00 PM CST.
Where is AEST used?
Australian Eastern Time is used in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra.
Where is CST used?
Central Time is used in Chicago, Dallas, Houston and Mexico City.
Does this converter handle daylight saving time?
Yes. The converter uses the official time zone database, so it automatically applies daylight saving time for the date you pick.