HKT to UTC 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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From Timezone

HKT

Hong Kong Time

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Date

Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

To Timezone

UTC

Coordinated Universal Time

Time

Date

Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

Popular Timezone Conversions

CST to EST PST to EST MST to EST GMT to EST JST to EST GST to EST IST to EST EST to GMT

About HKT to UTC Conversion

Converting time between HKT and UTC requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. HKT (HKT) operates at UTC+8, while UTC (UTC) is set to UTC+0. This means UTC is 8 hours behind HKT. For example, when it's 12:36 PM HKT on February 4, 2026, it's 4:36 AM UTC in UTC. Use this converter to quickly find the equivalent time in UTC 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

Select your source timezone from the "From timezone" dropdown (use search to find quickly)
Enter the date and time you want to convert (or click "Today" and "Now" for current time)
Select your target timezone from the "To timezone" dropdown
The conversion updates automatically as you change inputs - no button needed!
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 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 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 UTC?

The time difference between HKT and UTC is 8 hours. UTC is 8 hours behind HKT.

Is UTC ahead of or behind HKT?

UTC is behind HKT by 8 hours. When it's 12 PM in HKT, it's 4:00 AM in UTC.

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

You subtract 8 hours from HKT to get UTC. For example, 12 PM HKT - 8 hours = 4:00 AM UTC.

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

No, the time difference between HKT and UTC remains constant throughout the year. Neither timezone observes Daylight Saving Time, so the 8-hour difference stays the same.

What is 12 PM HKT in UTC?

12 PM HKT is 4:00 AM UTC. This conversion accounts for the 8-hour time difference between the two timezones.

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

Yes, the conversion between HKT and UTC remains consistent throughout the year. Since neither timezone observes Daylight Saving Time, the 8-hour difference is constant, making conversions predictable and straightforward.

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