EST to AST time converter
Atlantic Time (AST) is 1 hour ahead of Eastern Time (EST) all year round. Use the grid below to line up New York and Halifax: drag the cursor across the day, and working hours (9 AM–5 PM) are highlighted in every row so you can spot a slot that suits both sides.
Right now it is 05:43 EDT in New York and 06:43 ADT in Halifax.
Tue, Oct 20
New York home
05:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC-4
Halifax
06:43
Tue, Oct 20 · UTC-3
2/10 zones · drag the tape, scroll sideways or use the arrow keys; Home jumps back to now.
EST to AST: frequently asked
What is the time difference between EST and AST?
Atlantic Time (AST) is 1 hour ahead of Eastern Time (EST) all year round.
What time is 9 AM EST in AST?
9:00 AM EST is 10:00 AM AST.
When do working hours overlap between New York and Halifax?
Both sides are within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM EST (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM AST).