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Philippine Time (PHT) to EST Converter

EST is 13 hours behind PHT. 9:00 AM PHT = 8:00 PM EST (previous day).

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EST is 13 hours behind PHT at the moment. To convert Philippine Time (PHT) to EST, subtract 13 hours from the Philippine Time (PHT) time: 9:00 AM PHT = 8:00 PM EST (previous day).

Philippine Time (PHT) (Philippine Time) is used in Philippines (Manila, Cebu, Davao). EST (Eastern Time) is used in New York, Washington DC, Florida, Georgia, Ohio, Michigan, Ontario, Quebec, Panama and Jamaica (all year). The same conversion is also searched as “pht to est”.

Philippine Time (PHT) to EST time conversion table

Philippine Time (PHT) to EST on 7 Nov 2026. Today's date. Highlighted rows are 9 AM–5 PM in both places.

Philippine Time (PHT)ESTDay
12:00 AM PHT11:00 AM ESTprevious day
1:00 AM PHT12:00 PM ESTprevious day
2:00 AM PHT1:00 PM ESTprevious day
3:00 AM PHT2:00 PM ESTprevious day
4:00 AM PHT3:00 PM ESTprevious day
5:00 AM PHT4:00 PM ESTprevious day
6:00 AM PHT5:00 PM ESTprevious day
7:00 AM PHT6:00 PM ESTprevious day
8:00 AM PHT7:00 PM ESTprevious day
9:00 AM PHT8:00 PM ESTprevious day
10:00 AM PHT9:00 PM ESTprevious day
11:00 AM PHT10:00 PM ESTprevious day
12:00 PM PHT11:00 PM ESTprevious day
1:00 PM PHT12:00 AM ESTnight
2:00 PM PHT1:00 AM ESTnight
3:00 PM PHT2:00 AM ESTnight
4:00 PM PHT3:00 AM ESTnight
5:00 PM PHT4:00 AM ESTnight
6:00 PM PHT5:00 AM ESTnight
7:00 PM PHT6:00 AM EST—
8:00 PM PHT7:00 AM EST—
9:00 PM PHT8:00 AM EST—
10:00 PM PHT9:00 AM EST—
11:00 PM PHT10:00 AM EST—
  • Work rows — 9 AM–5 PM in both places
  • Night in the destination (10 PM–6 AM)

How to convert Philippine Time (PHT) to EST

Subtract 13 hours from the Philippine Time (PHT) time to get EST.

Example: 9:00 AM PHT = 8:00 PM EST (previous day).

Across midnight: 1:00 AM PHT = 12:00 PM EST (previous day). The date changes, so always check the day as well as the hour.

Time difference between Philippine Time (PHT) and EST

The time difference between Philippine Time (PHT) and EST is not the same all year, because the two sides change for daylight saving time on different dates. In 2026 it works out like this:

  • 1 Jan 2026 – 7 Mar 2026: EST is 13 hours behind of Philippine Time (PHT).
  • 8 Mar 2026 – 31 Oct 2026: EST is 12 hours behind of Philippine Time (PHT).
  • 1 Nov 2026 – 31 Dec 2026: EST is 13 hours behind of Philippine Time (PHT).

Philippine Time (PHT) and EST during daylight saving time

  • Philippine Time (PHT) does not observe daylight saving time; it stays on UTC+8 all year.
  • EST next changes on 14 Mar 2027: clocks go forward one hour at 01:59 local time, from EST (UTC−5) to EDT (UTC−4).

Best time for a meeting between Philippine Time (PHT) and EST

Philippine Time (PHT) and EST have no shared 9 AM–5 PM window. The earliest slot that is reasonable on both sides is 7:00 AM PHT, which is 6:00 PM EST.

Plan a meeting across more time zones.

Philippine Time (PHT) to EST FAQ

What is the time difference between Philippine Time (PHT) and EST?

Right now EST is 13 hours behind PHT. The gap changes 3 times in 2026 because the two sides switch to daylight saving time on different dates.

What is 9 AM Philippine Time (PHT) in EST?

9:00 AM PHT is 8:00 PM EST (previous day).

What is 12 PM (noon) Philippine Time (PHT) in EST?

12:00 PM PHT is 11:00 PM EST (previous day).

Is EST ahead of or behind Philippine Time (PHT)?

EST is 13 hours behind PHT, so it is earlier in EST than in Philippine Time (PHT).

Does Philippine Time (PHT) change for daylight saving time?

No. Philippine Time (PHT) stays on the same offset all year, so conversions never shift for daylight saving time.

Does EST change for daylight saving time?

Yes. EST next changes on 14 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from EST to EDT.

What is the best time for a meeting between Philippine Time (PHT) and EST?

Philippine Time (PHT) and EST have no shared 9 AM–5 PM window. The earliest slot that is reasonable on both sides is 7:00 AM PHT, which is 6:00 PM EST.

Is ET the same as EST?

EST is the winter (standard) name of Eastern Time (ET). From March to November the same clocks are called EDT. This converter always uses the one in force on the date you choose.

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Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.