HKT to EST Converter

Convert between any time zones worldwide. Free and accurate time zone converter with DST support.

Edit time and date on either side to see the conversion instantly.

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HKT
Hong Kong Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.
EST
Eastern Standard Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

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About HKT to EST Conversion

Converting time between HKT and EST requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. HKT (HKT) operates at UTC+8, while EST (EST) is set to UTC-5. This means EST is 13 hours behind HKT. Note that due to the time difference, the date may change. When it's 11:37 AM HKT on February 4, 2026, it's 10:37 PM EST on February 3, 2026 in EST. America/New_York observes daylight saving time, switching between EST (UTC-5) and EDT (UTC-4), while Asia/Hong_Kong does not observe daylight saving time. Use this converter to quickly find the equivalent time in EST for any time in HKT, whether you're scheduling meetings, planning travel, or coordinating with teams across different time zones.

How to Use the Time Zone Converter

  1. Select your source timezone from the "From timezone" dropdown (use search to find quickly)
  2. Enter the date and time you want to convert (or click "Today" and "Now" for current time)
  3. Select your target timezone from the "To timezone" dropdown
  4. The conversion updates automatically as you change inputs - no button needed!
  5. Use "Copy" button to copy the converted time, or use presets for quick conversions

More Conversions from HKT

HKT to CST HKT to MST HKT to MDT HKT to PST HKT to AKST HKT to HST HKT to GMT HKT to CET HKT to EET HKT to MSK HKT to IST HKT to JST HKT to CST-CHINA HKT to SGT HKT to GST HKT to AEST HKT to AWST HKT to NZST HKT to UTC HKT to ART HKT to BRT HKT to PHT HKT to BDT HKT to KST HKT to SAST HKT to ICT HKT to EAT HKT to WAT HKT to PKT

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between HKT and EST?

The time difference between HKT and EST is 13 hours. EST is 13 hours behind HKT.

Is EST ahead of or behind HKT?

EST is behind HKT by 13 hours. When it's 5 PM in HKT, it's 4:00 AM in EST.

How many hours do you add to HKT to get EST?

You subtract 13 hours from HKT to get EST. For example, 5 PM HKT - 13 hours = 4:00 AM EST.

Does the HKT to EST time difference change during Daylight Saving Time?

Yes, the time difference can change during Daylight Saving Time (DST). EST observes DST, which can affect the time difference during the transition periods in spring and fall.

What is 5 PM HKT in EST?

5 PM HKT is 4:00 AM EST. This conversion accounts for the 13-hour time difference between the two timezones.

Is HKT the same throughout the year when converting to EST?

No, the conversion between HKT and EST can vary during the year due to Daylight Saving Time. The time difference may change by 1 hour during DST transition periods (typically March and November), so always use a current timezone converter for accurate conversions.

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