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Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver
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Difference
CST vs PDT
UTC → UTC
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Chicago · Houston · Dallas
PDT to CST converter
PDT to CST Converter
Convert PDT (Los Angeles) to CST (Chicago) now. Live clocks, the current time difference, and a simple meeting window — free.
America/Los_Angeles
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PDT → CST
To · Central Standard Time
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America/Chicago
Interactive diagram
Watch PDT convert into CST
Drag the Pacific DT hour. Watch the Central clock change.
Pacific DT
9:00 AM PDT
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CST ← PDT
Central
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Full-day chart
PDT to CST hourly conversion chart
Full-day table. Tap a row to copy. Labels follow daylight saving.
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Meeting times
Best PDT to CST meeting window
Find hours that work on both sides. Then save the slot to your calendar.
Follow along
Step-by-step PDT to CST conversion
Four short steps to convert any PDT time to CST.
Choose PDT time
Select any hour in Pacific Daylight Time. Smart mode uses America/Los_Angeles.
PDT to CST conversion guide
PDT to CST conversion guide
This PDT to CST converter shows Central Standard Time (UTC−6) for any Pacific Daylight Time (UTC−7) time. Use it to schedule between Los Angeles and Chicago. Choose Smart DST for live city clocks. Choose Fixed mode when you only want the PDT and CST labels.
Pacific DT
PDT
UTC−7
Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver
PDT vs CST—
Central
CST
UTC−6
Chicago · Houston · Dallas
What is PDT to CST conversion?
PDT to CST conversion turns a PDT clock into the matching CST time. Use it for calls, travel, and teams in Los Angeles and Chicago.
PDT to CST time difference
CST is 1 hour ahead of PDT. Add 1 hour to the PDT time to get CST. The live clocks at the top show the current PDT to CST gap.
PDT vs CST
PDT is UTC−7. CST is UTC−6. They are different names. If a region uses daylight saving, check the live labels.
PDT to CST now / current time
Need pdt to cst right now? Read the live clocks, or tap Use current time for an instant PDT → CST result.
PDT to CST time difference
Season / context — tap to explore
See how daylight saving can change this pair.
Pacific DT—
—PDT → CST
Central—
Quick answers
Pacific DT
Pacific Daylight Time (PDT)
UTC−7
Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) is UTC−7. Smart DST uses the city clock America/Los_Angeles so daylight saving stays correct for Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver.
- Cities: Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver
- City clock: America/Los_Angeles
- Fixed PDT: UTC−7
- On this page it pairs with CST (UTC−6)
Central
Central Standard Time (CST)
UTC−6
Central Standard Time (CST) is UTC−6. Smart DST uses America/Chicago for cities such as Chicago · Houston · Dallas.
- Cities: Chicago · Houston · Dallas
- City clock: America/Chicago
- Fixed CST: UTC−6
- From PDT: CST is 1 hour ahead of PDT
PDT to CST FAQ
Common PDT to CST questions
What is the PDT to CST time difference?
CST is 1 hour ahead of PDT. Fixed labels: PDT = UTC−7, CST = UTC−6. Add 1 hour to the PDT time to get CST.
How do I convert PDT to CST quickly?
Add 1 hour to the PDT time to get CST. Example: 3:00 AM PDT → 4:00 AM CST. Or use the live PDT to CST converter above.
Is CST the same as PDT?
No. PDT is UTC−7 (Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver). CST is UTC−6 (Chicago · Houston · Dallas).
What is a good PDT to CST meeting time?
These zones are close. A 10:00 AM PDT start is about 11:00 AM CST. 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 PDT and CST?
PDT is common in Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver. CST is common in Chicago · Houston · Dallas. Smart DST uses America/Los_Angeles and America/Chicago.