CET to BST Time Converter
Central European Time (CET) and British Summer Time (BST) are currently on the same time. CET is UTC+1 and BST is UTC+1. The table below converts every hour of the day between the two, and the call planner shows where working hours line up.
Best Time for a Call
CET and BST keep the same clock time, so anything inside normal working hours suits both sides.
Comparing more than two places? The Overlap Zones tool shows working hours for several cities on one grid.
Hour by Hour: CET to BST
Rows marked office hours fall between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM in both places. For a specific date, use the interactive converter.
Does the Difference Change During the Year?
CET and BST are fixed offsets, so the difference between them never changes.
CET is UTC+1, used across most of continental Europe in winter. The region switches to CEST (UTC+2) from late March to late October.
BST is UTC+1, used in the UK from late March to late October. In winter the UK is on GMT. BST can also refer to Bangladesh Standard Time, which is UTC+6.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours ahead is BST compared to CET?
BST and CET are currently on the same time. CET and BST are fixed offsets, so the difference between them never changes.
What time is 9:00 AM in CET in BST?
9:00 AM in CET is 9:00 AM in BST.
What is the best time for a call between CET and BST?
CET and BST keep the same clock time, so anything inside normal working hours suits both sides.