US and France Time Difference
What is the time difference?
France (Paris) is 6 hours ahead of the USA (New York). New York follows EST, while France uses CET.
Preset Time Differences Between Countries
Planning Calls Between the USA and France
When planning a call, it is important to consider the significant 6-hour time difference. The USA (New York) is 6 hours behind France. The time difference may change during the year due to daylight saving time.
If you are in the US (New York), the most convenient time for a conference call or meeting is during the morning hours. This aligns with afternoon working hours in France.
USA Time (New York): 08:00 AM – 12:00 PM
France Time (Paris): 02:00 PM – 06:00 PM
Time Zones: New York follows Eastern Standard Time (EST), while France follows Central European Time (CET).
Daylight Saving Time: Both the United States and France observe daylight saving time, but the start and end dates may differ. This tool automatically adjusts to show accurate live time.
Scheduling within this window ensures smooth communication without late evenings in France or very early mornings in the US.