Dubai, along with the other emirates in the UAE such as Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, and Al Ain, operates on Gulf Standard Time (GST), which is UTC+4. Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is used on the east coast of the United States, is typically UTC-5. During Daylight Saving Time (DST), Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) is used, which is UTC-4.

Time Difference Between EST and Dubai Time (GST)

• Standard Time (EST to GST): Dubai (GST) is 9 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (EST).
  • Example: If it is 12:00 PM (noon) EST, it is 9:00 PM GST in Dubai.
• Daylight Saving Time (EDT to GST): During Daylight Saving Time in the Eastern Time Zone (EDT), Dubai (GST) is 8 hours ahead of Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
  • Example: If it is 12:00 PM (noon) EDT, it is 8:00 PM GST in Dubai.

Converting EST/EDT to Dubai Time

To convert Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Dubai time (GST):

• Add 9 hours to EST to get GST.

To convert Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) to Dubai time (GST):

• Add 8 hours to EDT to get GST.

Examples

1. If it is 3:00 PM EST, the time in Dubai (GST) would be:
   • 3:00 PM + 9 hours = 12:00 AM (midnight) GST.
2. If it is 7:00 AM EDT, the time in Dubai (GST) would be:
   • 7:00 AM + 8 hours = 3:00 PM GST.

These time differences remain consistent, but it’s important to note when daylight saving time is in effect in the Eastern Time Zone to ensure accurate conversions. The UAE does not observe daylight saving time, so Dubai's time remains consistent throughout the year.