AEST to AWST Time Converter
AWST is 3 hours behind AEST right now. 9:00 AM in AEST is 6:00 AM in AWST.
Time now: AEST and AWST
AWST is 3 hours behind AEST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 3 hours at some times of the year and 2 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
AEST to AWST conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| AEST | AWST |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 9:00 PMprevious day |
| 1:00 AM | 10:00 PMprevious day |
| 2:00 AM | 11:00 PMprevious day |
| 3:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 4:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 5:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 7:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 7:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 9:00 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 10:00 AM |
| 2:00 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 3:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
Best time to meet between AEST and AWST
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM AEST = 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM AWST
The time difference changes during the year because of daylight saving time, so these windows shift by an hour at other times.
Does the time difference between AEST and AWST change?
Yes. Right now AWST is 3 hours behind AEST. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 4 April 2027: AEST moves its clocks back. AWST is 2 hours behind AEST from then (it was 3 hours before).
- Sunday, 3 October 2027: AEST moves its clocks forward. AWST is 3 hours behind AEST from then (it was 2 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in AEST is 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM in AWST.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in AWST is 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM in AEST.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between AEST and AWST?
AWST is 3 hours behind AEST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 3 hours at some times of the year and 2 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert AEST to AWST?
Subtract 3 hours from the AEST time to get the AWST time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in AEST is 6:00 AM in AWST. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in AWST?
It is 7:12 AM in AWST on Tuesday, November 10 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 10:12 AM in AEST.
Does the time difference between AEST and AWST change during the year?
Yes. Right now AWST is 3 hours behind AEST. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 4 April 2027: AEST moves its clocks back. AWST is 2 hours behind AEST from then (it was 3 hours before). Sunday, 3 October 2027: AEST moves its clocks forward. AWST is 3 hours behind AEST from then (it was 2 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between AEST and AWST?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM AEST = 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM AWST. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.
What does AEST mean?
Sydney and Melbourne use AEST (UTC+10:00) in winter and AEDT (UTC+11:00) in summer. Brisbane stays on AEST all year.