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Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver
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Difference
CDT vs PST
UTC → UTC
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Chicago · Houston · Dallas
PST to CDT converter
PST to CDT Converter
Convert PST (Los Angeles) to CDT (Chicago) now. Live clocks, the current time difference, and a simple meeting window — free.
America/Los_Angeles
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PST → CDT
To · Central Daylight Time
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America/Chicago
Interactive diagram
Watch PST convert into CDT
Drag the Pacific hour. Watch the Central DT clock change.
Pacific
9:00 AM PST
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CDT ← PST
Central DT
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Full-day chart
PST to CDT hourly conversion chart
Full-day table. Tap a row to copy. Labels follow daylight saving.
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Meeting times
Best PST to CDT meeting window
Find hours that work on both sides. Then save the slot to your calendar.
Follow along
Step-by-step PST to CDT conversion
Four short steps to convert any PST time to CDT.
Choose PST time
Select any hour in Pacific Standard Time. Smart mode uses America/Los_Angeles.
PST to CDT conversion guide
PST to CDT conversion guide
This PST to CDT converter shows Central Daylight Time (UTC−5) for any Pacific Standard Time (UTC−8) 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 PST and CDT labels.
Pacific
PST
UTC−8
Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver
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Central DT
CDT
UTC−5
Chicago · Houston · Dallas
What is PST to CDT conversion?
PST to CDT conversion turns a PST clock into the matching CDT time. Use it for calls, travel, and teams in Los Angeles and Chicago.
PST to CDT time difference
CDT is 3 hours ahead of PST. Add 3 hours to the PST time to get CDT. The live clocks at the top show the current PST to CDT gap.
PST vs CDT
PST is UTC−8. CDT is UTC−5. They are different names. If a region uses daylight saving, check the live labels.
PST to CDT now / current time
Need pst to cdt right now? Read the live clocks, or tap Use current time for an instant PST → CDT result.
PST to CDT time difference
Season / context — tap to explore
See how daylight saving can change this pair.
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Quick answers
Pacific
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
UTC−8
Pacific Standard Time (PST) is UTC−8. 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 PST: UTC−8
- On this page it pairs with CDT (UTC−5)
Central DT
Central Daylight Time (CDT)
UTC−5
Central Daylight Time (CDT) is UTC−5. Smart DST uses America/Chicago for cities such as Chicago · Houston · Dallas.
- Cities: Chicago · Houston · Dallas
- City clock: America/Chicago
- Fixed CDT: UTC−5
- From PST: CDT is 3 hours ahead of PST
PST to CDT FAQ
Common PST to CDT questions
What is the PST to CDT time difference?
CDT is 3 hours ahead of PST. Fixed labels: PST = UTC−8, CDT = UTC−5. Add 3 hours to the PST time to get CDT.
How do I convert PST to CDT quickly?
Add 3 hours to the PST time to get CDT. Example: 3:00 AM PST → 6:00 AM CDT. Or use the live PST to CDT converter above.
Is CDT the same as PST?
No. PST is UTC−8 (Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver). CDT is UTC−5 (Chicago · Houston · Dallas).
What is a good PST to CDT meeting time?
These zones are close. A 10:00 AM PST start is about 1:00 PM CDT. 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 PST and CDT?
PST is common in Los Angeles · Seattle · Vancouver. CDT is common in Chicago · Houston · Dallas. Smart DST uses America/Los_Angeles and America/Chicago.