HST to CST-CHINA 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

HST

Hawaii Standard Time

Time

Date

Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

To Timezone

CST

China Standard Time

Time

Date

Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

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About HST to CST-CHINA Conversion

Converting time between HST and CST requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. HST (HST) operates at UTC-10, while CST (CST-CHINA) is set to UTC+8. This means CST is 18 hours ahead HST. Note that due to the time difference, the date may change. When it's 6:38 PM HST on February 3, 2026, it's 12:38 PM CST-CHINA on February 4, 2026 in CST. Use this converter to quickly find the equivalent time in CST for any time in HST, 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 HST

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between HST and CST-CHINA?

The time difference between HST and CST-CHINA is 18 hours. CST-CHINA is 18 hours ahead HST.

Is CST-CHINA ahead of or behind HST?

CST-CHINA is ahead of HST by 18 hours. When it's 9 AM in HST, it's 3:00 AM in CST-CHINA.

How many hours do you add to HST to get CST-CHINA?

You add 18 hours to HST to get CST-CHINA. For example, 9 AM HST + 18 hours = 3:00 AM CST-CHINA.

Does the HST to CST-CHINA time difference change during Daylight Saving Time?

No, the time difference between HST and CST-CHINA remains constant throughout the year. Neither timezone observes Daylight Saving Time, so the 18-hour difference stays the same.

What is 9 AM HST in CST-CHINA?

9 AM HST is 3:00 AM CST-CHINA. This conversion accounts for the 18-hour time difference between the two timezones.

Is HST the same throughout the year when converting to CST-CHINA?

Yes, the conversion between HST and CST-CHINA remains consistent throughout the year. Since neither timezone observes Daylight Saving Time, the 18-hour difference is constant, making conversions predictable and straightforward.

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