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Chicago · Houston · Dallas
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Difference
EDT vs CDT
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New York · Toronto · Miami
CDT to EDT converter
CDT to EDT Converter
Convert CDT (Chicago) to EDT (New York) now. Live clocks, the current time difference, and a simple meeting window — free.
America/Chicago
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CDT → EDT
To · Eastern Daylight Time
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America/New_York
Interactive diagram
Watch CDT convert into EDT
Drag the Central DT hour. Watch the Eastern DT clock change.
Central DT
9:00 AM CDT
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EDT ← CDT
Eastern DT
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Full-day chart
CDT to EDT hourly conversion chart
Full-day table. Tap a row to copy. Labels follow daylight saving.
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Meeting times
Best CDT to EDT meeting window
Find hours that work on both sides. Then save the slot to your calendar.
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Step-by-step CDT to EDT conversion
Four short steps to convert any CDT time to EDT.
Choose CDT time
Select any hour in Central Daylight Time. Smart mode uses America/Chicago.
CDT to EDT conversion guide
CDT to EDT conversion guide
This CDT to EDT converter shows Eastern Daylight Time (UTC−4) for any Central Daylight Time (UTC−5) time. Use it to schedule between Chicago and New York. Choose Smart DST for live city clocks. Choose Fixed mode when you only want the CDT and EDT labels.
Central DT
CDT
UTC−5
Chicago · Houston · Dallas
CDT vs EDT—
Eastern DT
EDT
UTC−4
New York · Toronto · Miami
What is CDT to EDT conversion?
CDT to EDT conversion turns a CDT clock into the matching EDT time. Use it for calls, travel, and teams in Chicago and New York.
CDT to EDT time difference
EDT is 1 hour ahead of CDT. Add 1 hour to the CDT time to get EDT. The live clocks at the top show the current CDT to EDT gap.
CDT vs EDT
CDT is UTC−5. EDT is UTC−4. They are different names. If a region uses daylight saving, check the live labels.
CDT to EDT now / current time
Need cdt to edt right now? Read the live clocks, or tap Use current time for an instant CDT → EDT result.
CDT to EDT time difference
Season / context — tap to explore
See how daylight saving can change this pair.
Central DT—
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Eastern DT—
Quick answers
Central DT
Central Daylight Time (CDT)
UTC−5
Central Daylight Time (CDT) is UTC−5. Smart DST uses the city clock America/Chicago so daylight saving stays correct for Chicago · Houston · Dallas.
- Cities: Chicago · Houston · Dallas
- City clock: America/Chicago
- Fixed CDT: UTC−5
- On this page it pairs with EDT (UTC−4)
Eastern DT
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
UTC−4
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) is UTC−4. Smart DST uses America/New_York for cities such as New York · Toronto · Miami.
- Cities: New York · Toronto · Miami
- City clock: America/New_York
- Fixed EDT: UTC−4
- From CDT: EDT is 1 hour ahead of CDT
CDT to EDT FAQ
Common CDT to EDT questions
What is the CDT to EDT time difference?
EDT is 1 hour ahead of CDT. Fixed labels: CDT = UTC−5, EDT = UTC−4. Add 1 hour to the CDT time to get EDT.
How do I convert CDT to EDT quickly?
Add 1 hour to the CDT time to get EDT. Example: 3:00 AM CDT → 4:00 AM EDT. Or use the live CDT to EDT converter above.
Is EDT the same as CDT?
No. CDT is UTC−5 (Chicago · Houston · Dallas). EDT is UTC−4 (New York · Toronto · Miami).
What is a good CDT to EDT meeting time?
These zones are close. A 10:00 AM CDT start is about 11:00 AM EDT. That is usually a good call time. Use the meeting planner on this page to export an ICS or Google Calendar invite.
What cities use CDT and EDT?
CDT is common in Chicago · Houston · Dallas. EDT is common in New York · Toronto · Miami. Smart DST uses America/Chicago and America/New_York.