UTC to HKT Converter

Convert between Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) and Hong Kong Time (HKT).

UTC

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HKT (Hong Kong Time)

UTC to HKT Converter
HKT to UTC Converter
UTC (Coordinated Universal Time)
  • Offset: UTC+0 (no offset)
  • Description: The primary time standard by which the world regulates clocks and time
  • Usage: Used as the reference for all other time zones
  • Countries: Used worldwide as the standard reference
HKT (Hong Kong Time)
  • Offset: UTC+8 (8 hours ahead of UTC)
  • Countries: Hong Kong, Macau
  • Major Cities: Hong Kong, Macau, Shenzhen (same time zone)
  • Region: Special Administrative Region of China
  • DST: No daylight saving time observed
Key Difference: Hong Kong Time (HKT) is 8 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). This means when it's 12:00 PM UTC, it's 8:00 PM HKT.

Time Difference between UTC and HKT

Hong Kong Time (HKT) is 8 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time.

UTC+8

HKT is 8 hours ahead of UTC

No DST

HKT does not observe daylight saving time

Year-round

Same offset throughout the year

UTC to HKT Conversion Chart

12-Hour Format
UTC Time HKT Time
12:00 AM08:00 AM
01:00 AM09:00 AM
02:00 AM10:00 AM
03:00 AM11:00 AM
04:00 AM12:00 PM (Noon)
05:00 AM01:00 PM
06:00 AM02:00 PM
07:00 AM03:00 PM
08:00 AM04:00 PM
09:00 AM05:00 PM
10:00 AM06:00 PM
11:00 AM07:00 PM
12:00 PM08:00 PM
01:00 PM09:00 PM
02:00 PM10:00 PM
03:00 PM11:00 PM
04:00 PM12:00 AM
05:00 PM01:00 AM
06:00 PM02:00 AM
07:00 PM03:00 AM
08:00 PM04:00 AM
09:00 PM05:00 AM
10:00 PM06:00 AM
11:00 PM07:00 AM
24-Hour Format
UTC Time HKT Time
00:0008:00
01:0009:00
02:0010:00
03:0011:00
04:0012:00
05:0013:00
06:0014:00
07:0015:00
08:0016:00
09:0017:00
10:0018:00
11:0019:00
12:0020:00
13:0021:00
14:0022:00
15:0023:00
16:0000:00
17:0001:00
18:0002:00
19:0003:00
20:0004:00
21:0005:00
22:0006:00
23:0007:00

About Hong Kong Time (HKT)

Geographic Coverage

HKT covers Hong Kong and Macau Special Administrative Regions:

  • Hong Kong: All 18 districts including Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and New Territories
  • Macau: All parishes and islands
  • Major Areas: Central, Tsim Sha Tsui, Causeway Bay, Mong Kok, Admiralty
  • Islands: Lantau Island, Hong Kong Island, Lamma Island, Cheung Chau
Business and Finance

HKT is crucial for:

  • Financial Center: Hong Kong Stock Exchange, major banks
  • International Trade: Global business hub and trading center
  • Technology: Major tech companies and startups
  • Tourism: Popular destination for international visitors
Historical Context
  • Established: 1904 (British colonial period)
  • Previous System: Local solar time before standardization
  • Colonial Era: Adopted during British rule
  • Handover: Maintained after 1997 handover to China
Cultural Significance
  • Work Culture: 9 AM - 6 PM typical business hours
  • Lifestyle: 24-hour city with vibrant nightlife
  • Festivals: Chinese New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival
  • Language: Cantonese, English, Mandarin
Note: Hong Kong does not observe daylight saving time, making HKT consistent year-round. This is the same time zone used by mainland China (CST) and other regions in the UTC+8 zone.

Quick Reference

Business Hours

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM HKT
Typical Hong Kong workday

Stock Market

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM HKT
Hong Kong Stock Exchange

Peak Hours

7:00 AM - 9:00 AM HKT
Morning rush hour

International Business Context

Global Trading Hours
  • London Overlap: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM HKT
  • New York Overlap: 9:00 PM - 5:00 AM HKT
  • Tokyo Overlap: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM HKT
  • Sydney Overlap: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM HKT
Major Industries
  • Financial Services: Banking, insurance, investment
  • Trade & Logistics: International shipping and commerce
  • Technology: Fintech, e-commerce, innovation
  • Professional Services: Legal, accounting, consulting