HKT to IST 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.
IST
Indian Standard Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

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About HKT to IST Conversion

Converting time between HKT and IST requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. HKT (HKT) operates at UTC+8, while IST (IST) is set to UTC+5. This means IST is 2.5 hours behind HKT. For example, when it's 11:23 AM HKT on February 4, 2026, it's 8:53 AM IST in IST. Use this converter to quickly find the equivalent time in IST 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 EST 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 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 IST?

The time difference between HKT and IST is 2.5 hours. IST is 2.5 hours behind HKT.

Is IST ahead of or behind HKT?

IST is behind HKT by 2.5 hours. When it's 5 PM in HKT, it's 2:30 PM in IST.

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

You subtract 2.5 hours from HKT to get IST. For example, 5 PM HKT - 2.5 hours = 2:30 PM IST.

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

No, the time difference between HKT and IST remains constant throughout the year. Neither timezone observes Daylight Saving Time, so the 2.5-hour difference stays the same.

What is 5 PM HKT in IST?

5 PM HKT is 2:30 PM IST. This conversion accounts for the 2.5-hour time difference between the two timezones.

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

Yes, the conversion between HKT and IST remains consistent throughout the year. Since neither timezone observes Daylight Saving Time, the 2.5-hour difference is constant, making conversions predictable and straightforward.

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