Convert EST to CST Time - New York to Chicago

Convert Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central Standard Time (CST, UTC-6) with our professional time zone converter. Designed for international business meetings between New York to Chicago, this tool provides real-time conversion, optimal meeting time suggestions, business hours comparison, and 24-hour conversion tables. Features include live clock displays, meeting scheduler, time zone maps, and daylight saving time handling.

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EST

Eastern Standard Time

Current Time

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CST

Central Standard Time

Current Time

Converted Time

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Time Difference

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UTC Time

EST to CST Time Conversion

Central Standard Time is 1 hour behind Eastern Standard Time

Always accurate • Live conversion

-1h

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EST to CST Time Conversion Chart

Popular Time Conversions

Complete 24-Hour Conversion

Eastern Standard Time to Central Standard Time full day schedule

🇺🇸 Eastern Standard Time	🇺🇸 Central Standard Time
12:00 AM 00:00	11:00 PM (previous day) 23:00
1:00 AM 01:00	12:00 AM 00:00
2:00 AM 02:00	1:00 AM 01:00
3:00 AM 03:00	2:00 AM 02:00
4:00 AM 04:00	3:00 AM 03:00
5:00 AM 05:00	4:00 AM 04:00
6:00 AM 06:00	5:00 AM 05:00
7:00 AM 07:00	6:00 AM 06:00
8:00 AM 08:00	7:00 AM 07:00
9:00 AM 09:00	8:00 AM 08:00
10:00 AM 10:00	9:00 AM 09:00
11:00 AM 11:00	10:00 AM 10:00
12:00 PM 12:00	11:00 AM 11:00
1:00 PM 13:00	12:00 PM 12:00
2:00 PM 14:00	1:00 PM 13:00
3:00 PM 15:00	2:00 PM 14:00
4:00 PM 16:00	3:00 PM 15:00
5:00 PM 17:00	4:00 PM 16:00
6:00 PM 18:00	5:00 PM 17:00
7:00 PM 19:00	6:00 PM 18:00
8:00 PM 20:00	7:00 PM 19:00
9:00 PM 21:00	8:00 PM 20:00
10:00 PM 22:00	9:00 PM 21:00
11:00 PM 23:00	10:00 PM 22:00

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Best Meeting Times for EST and CST

Optimal Collaboration Hours

Best times for EST ↔ CST meetings and calls

✅ Business hours overlap available

Recommended Meeting Windows

10:00 AM EST → 9:00 AM CST

Perfect for both time zones

11:00 AM EST → 10:00 AM CST

Perfect for both time zones

12:00 PM EST → 11:00 AM CST

Perfect for both time zones

Based on standard business hours (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM) in each time zone

EST vs CST Time Zone Details

Technical Information & Comparison

Detailed timezone specifications and regional data

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Eastern Standard Time

Source timezone

UTC Offset -5.0h

Code EST

Region United States

Status ✓ Active

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Central Standard Time

Target timezone

UTC Offset -6.0h

Code CST

Region United States

Status ✓ Active

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central Standard Time (CST) conversion?

The EST to CST conversion involves changing Eastern Standard Time (EST), UTC-5:00, to Central Standard Time (CST), UTC-6:00. This conversion is crucial for scheduling across different time zones.

How do I convert EST to CST using iformat.io?

To convert EST to CST using iformat.io, enter your desired EST time in the converter tool. The website automatically calculates and displays the corresponding CST time, making it quick and easy.

How many hours is EST ahead of CST?

Eastern Standard Time (EST) is 1 hour ahead of Central Standard Time (CST). For example, when it is noon EST, it will be 11:00 AM CST on the same day.

What are the best times for scheduling meetings between EST and CST?

For effective scheduling, aim for meeting times between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM EST, corresponding to 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM CST. This ensures that both parties are likely available during working hours.

Can I use iformat.io on mobile devices?

Yes, iformat.io is optimized for mobile devices, including iPhones and Android phones. You can easily access the EST to CST converter on any device and perform conversions while on the go.

How does Daylight Saving Time affect the conversion from EST to CST?

During Daylight Saving Time, Eastern Standard Time (EST) changes to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), which is UTC-4:00. This shift reduces the time difference with CST to just one hour during that period.