MSK to EST Time Converter
EST is 8 hours behind MSK right now. 9:00 AM in MSK is 1:00 AM in EST.
Time now: MSK and EST
EST is 8 hours behind MSK right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 8 hours at some times of the year and 7 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
MSK to EST conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| MSK | EST |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 4:00 PMprevious day |
| 1:00 AM | 5:00 PMprevious day |
| 2:00 AM | 6:00 PMprevious day |
| 3:00 AM | 7:00 PMprevious day |
| 4:00 AM | 8:00 PMprevious day |
| 5:00 AM | 9:00 PMprevious day |
| 6:00 AM | 10:00 PMprevious day |
| 7:00 AM | 11:00 PMprevious day |
| 8:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 4:00 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 5:00 AM |
| 2:00 PM | 6:00 AM |
| 3:00 PM | 7:00 AM |
| 4:00 PM | 8:00 AM |
| 5:00 PM | 9:00 AM |
| 6:00 PM | 10:00 AM |
| 7:00 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 8:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
Best time to meet between MSK and EST
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM MSK = 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EST
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 MSK and EST change?
Yes. Right now EST is 8 hours behind MSK. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 14 March 2027: EST moves its clocks forward. EST is 7 hours behind MSK from then (it was 8 hours before).
- Sunday, 7 November 2027: EST moves its clocks back. EST is 8 hours behind MSK from then (it was 7 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in MSK is 1:00 AM to 10:00 AM in EST.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in EST is 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM (next day) in MSK.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between MSK and EST?
EST is 8 hours behind MSK right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 8 hours at some times of the year and 7 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert MSK to EST?
Subtract 8 hours from the MSK time to get the EST time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in MSK is 1:00 AM in EST. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in EST?
It is 6:12 PM in EST on Monday, November 9 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 2:12 AM in MSK.
Does the time difference between MSK and EST change during the year?
Yes. Right now EST is 8 hours behind MSK. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 14 March 2027: EST moves its clocks forward. EST is 7 hours behind MSK from then (it was 8 hours before). Sunday, 7 November 2027: EST moves its clocks back. EST is 8 hours behind MSK from then (it was 7 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between MSK and EST?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM MSK = 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EST. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.
What does EST mean?
Eastern Time is EST (UTC-05:00) in winter and EDT (UTC-04:00) in summer.