CST to CET Time Converter
Central Standard Time → Central European Time
CST = UTC-5CET = UTC+2
⚠️ CST is ambiguous — on this page it means Central Standard Time. It also refers to:
CST (Chicago) ↔ CET (Paris)
1h of business hours overlap daily (09:00–17:00)
CST (Chicago)
CET (Paris)
Working hours: 09:00–17:00 local. Green = both working. Purple = one side only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between cst and cet?
Central Standard Time (cst) is UTC-5 and Central European Time (cet) is UTC+2. The difference between them is 7 hours.
Where is cst used?
Central Standard Time (cst) is used in USA and surrounding regions. The IANA timezone identifier is America/Chicago. Note: cst is ambiguous and may refer to other timezones.
Where is cet used?
Central European Time (cet) is used in France and surrounding regions. The IANA timezone identifier is Europe/Paris.
How do I convert cst to cet?
Use the interactive converter above. Drag the time slider to any cst time and the cet equivalent updates instantly. You can also type a time like "3pm" or "15:00" in the input bar.
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