EDT vs PDT — time difference explained
New York is in the Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), currently at UTC-4:00.
Los Angeles is in the Pacific Daylight Time (PDT), currently at UTC-7:00.
Los Angeles is 3 hours behind New York. Both time zones automatically reflect Daylight Saving Time (DST) changes based on your selected date.
Use the timezone converter above to quickly timezone convert between New York (EDT) and Los Angeles (PDT). Select any date to see the exact UTC offset and compare times in real time.
Quick reference
New York
EDT
UTC-4:00
Eastern Daylight Time
Los Angeles
PDT
UTC-7:00
Pacific Daylight Time
Frequently asked questions
- What is the time difference between New York and Los Angeles?
- Los Angeles is 3 hours behind New York. The current UTC offsets are: New York at UTC-4:00 and Los Angeles at UTC-7:00.
- How do I convert EDT to PDT?
- Use the converter above. Enter your time in New York (EDT) and all displayed times will update instantly, including Los Angeles (PDT).
- Does the EDT to PDT offset change with Daylight Saving Time?
- Yes, if either time zone observes DST, the offset between them may change by 1 hour at the DST transition dates. The converter above always uses the correct DST-adjusted offset for the selected date.
- Which timezone converter should I use for New York to Los Angeles?
- The Timezone Convert tool on this page is a free, accurate timezone converter for New York (EDT) to Los Angeles (PDT). It's DST-aware, works for any date, and requires no sign-up.