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